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Releasing the Oar in the Plum Valley, by Tomioka Tessai, unspecified, 1887

Releasing the Oar in the Plum Valley

Tomioka Tessai

1887

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Dominant colour

Overview

Releasing the Oar in the Plum Valley is a 1887 unspecified by Tomioka Tessai, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Who painted this?
Tomioka Tessai
When & what style?
1887
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills and a few trees. The artist has used muted colors to create a soft, gentle atmosphere. In the foreground, a small house or hut is visible, adding a sense of human presence to the scene. The painting's composition is balanced, with the hills and trees arranged in a harmonious way. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, you might want to look up Tomioka Tessai.

About the artist

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Artist

Tomioka Tessai

Tomioka Tessai (富岡 鉄斎; 25 January 1836 or 27 January 1837 – 31 December 1924) was the pseudonym for a painter and calligrapher in imperial Japan.

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