Artwork
Female Daoist Figure in Landscape
Female Daoist Figure in Landscape is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The work presents a solitary woman in a natural setting, positioned amid trees and distant mountains.
About this work
History & Provenance
The work was included in the museum’s exhibition titled "Japanese Paintings from the 16th Century," which was on view from June 10 to August 15, 1992.
Created in 1520 in Japan, this landscape painting is attributed to the artist Koboku. The work entered the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is held under the accession number 1988.18. No further details regarding its commission, earlier ownership history, or specific creation circumstances are provided in the available records.
The painting Female Daoist Figure in Landscape is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland, Ohio. It is accessioned under the identifier 1988.18. The work was included in the museum’s exhibition titled "Japanese Paintings from the 16th Century," which was on view from June 10 to August 15, 1992.
Overview
The work presents a solitary woman in a natural setting, positioned amid trees and distant mountains. She wears a flowing robe, carries a fruit basket in her right hand, and reaches toward a deer with her left. The composition centers on her figure, establishing a calm, balanced atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a female Daoist figure, a motif associated with harmony between humanity and nature. The interaction with the deer and the offering of fruit suggest themes of benevolence, spiritual communion, and the Daoist ideal of living in accord with the natural world.
Technique & Style
Executed in muted tones, the artist employs subtle shading and textured brushwork to convey depth and atmospheric perspective. The balanced layout and restrained palette emphasize serenity, while the delicate rendering of foliage and the animal convey a refined, contemplative aesthetic.
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