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Mt. Fuji
Mt. Fuji is an unspecified painting by Yamaguchi Soken. It dates from 1798 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Mt.
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Overview
Mt. Fuji is a painting created by Yamaguchi Soken, a prominent artist of the Shijō school in Kyoto, around 1798. The work features Mount Fuji in the distance, set against a serene landscape of trees and bushes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting's central subject is Mount Fuji, depicted in a contrasting grayscale palette to evoke a sense of depth. The composition conveys a mood of tranquility, characteristic of Japanese landscape art.
Technique & Style
Executed with bold brushstrokes and minimal detail, the painting exemplifies a simple yet effective style. This approach contributes to the overall calm atmosphere, reflecting the artist's training under Maruyama Ōkyo.
History & Provenance
Yamaguchi Soken, a member of the esteemed 'Ten Great Ones,' created this work during his active period in Kyoto. It is now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection.
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Artist
Yamaguchi Soken, also called Takejirō (Japanese:山口 素絢; 1759, Kyōto - 22 November 1818, Kyōto) was a Japanese painter of the Shijō school.
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