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Snails on a Wall, 1700s (hanging scroll, ink, colour, gold & silver pigments on paper)
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Snails on a Wall, 1700s (hanging scroll, ink, colour, gold & silver pigments on paper)
XOS5882718 Snails on a Wall, 1700s (hanging scroll, ink, colour, gold & silver pigments on paper) by Rosetsu, Nagasawa (1754-99); 114.3x40.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: By Nagasawa Rosetsu
Rather than using the ink tones and palette of traditional Japanese painting, Rosetsu carefully described an earthen wall and two snails in a Western-influenced manner known as doro-e ("mud" or "earth" painting), building up pigments like the brushstrokes of thick oil paint.)
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Calligraphic Calligraphy Edo Period Edo Period (1603 1868) Japanese Script Scroll Scrolls Snail Snails Tokugawa Period Unpopulated
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This 18th-century hanging scroll by Nagasawa Rosetsu, titled "Snails on a Wall," showcases the artist's unique blend of traditional Japanese painting techniques with Western influences. Rather than adhering to the typical ink tones and palette of his predecessors, Rosetsu opted for a style known as doro-e, or "mud painting," which allowed him to create rich textures and depth reminiscent of thick oil paint.
In this exquisite artwork, Rosetsu meticulously depicts an earthen wall adorned with two snails crawling leisurely across its surface. The intricate details of the snails' shells and the subtle play of light and shadow bring a sense of realism to this otherwise simple subject matter.
The use of gold and silver pigments adds a touch of luxury to the composition, elevating it from a mere depiction of nature to a work of art that transcends time and cultural boundaries. This piece is not just a representation of snails on a wall; it is an exploration of artistic innovation and cross-cultural exchange during Japan's Edo period.
Displayed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, this masterpiece serves as a testament to Rosetsu's skillful craftsmanship and ability to push artistic boundaries in pursuit of beauty and creativity.
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