Who painted Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan?

Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan was painted by Yoshitsugu Haizan in 1892.

Where can I see Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan?

Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan?

Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan?

Museum-quality prints of Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan

Yoshitsugu Haizan , 1892

Painting Two from Album of Paintings by Haizan is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Yoshitsugu Haizan. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1997.247.c
Credit line: Gift of Irene D. Goldhamer

About this work

Overview

Painting Two from Album of Paintings is a work by Yoshitsugu Haizan, dated to 1892. It is a genre scene held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting presents two distinct scenes: a village by a river with simple structures and trees, and bare branches with sparse leaves or perched birds. The scenes are rendered in a loose, sketchy style, leaving much to the viewer's interpretation.

Technique & Style

Executed in ink and watercolor, the work features quick, expressive brushwork and significant areas of empty space, creating a sense of informality and spontaneity.

Context

Created during the Meiji period, this painting reflects the artistic trends of late 19th-century Japan, a time of significant cultural and artistic change.