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The Four Accomplishments, late 1500s. Creator: Kano Shoei (Japanese, 1519-1592), attributed to
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The Four Accomplishments, late 1500s. Creator: Kano Shoei (Japanese, 1519-1592), attributed to
The Four Accomplishments, late 1500s. At first this scene appears a bit strange, if not bizarre: men, young and old, sit in a vast wilderness playing a board game or executing an ink painting. The furniture and ceramic wares are elegant, the attire is fashionably informal, and the young attendants outnumber the gentlemen of leisure. Clouds and mist roll through the landscape, whose bleakness suggests late fall or early spring, a chilly time to be outdoors engaged in what Westerners would call pastimes or hobbies. But we are viewing the past, a pictorial vision of a cultured gentlemans ideal in classical East Asian history: the Four Accomplishments. This enduring Confucian theme embraces the arts of calligraphy, painting, music, and go (a game of strategy akin to chess), each of which is portrayed or suggested in this pair of 16th-century folding screens, or byobu
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1573 1615 Attributed To Ink And Slight Colour On Paper Momoyama Period Six Panel Folding Screen 1519 1592 Kano Shoei
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This print showcases "The Four Accomplishments" by Kano Shoei, a renowned Japanese artist from the late 1500s. At first glance, this scene may seem peculiar as men of different ages are depicted sitting in a vast wilderness engaged in board games and ink painting. The surroundings exude a sense of desolation, hinting at either late fall or early spring. However, this image offers us a glimpse into the past and presents an idealized vision of cultured gentlemen in classical East Asian history. Known as the Four Accomplishments, these pursuits embody Confucian values and include calligraphy, painting, music, and go (a strategic game akin to chess). Each accomplishment is beautifully portrayed or suggested within this pair of 16th-century folding screens. The setting itself is adorned with elegant furniture and ceramic wares while the attire worn by these individuals reflects fashionable informality. Interestingly enough, it is the young attendants who outnumber their leisurely elders. Clouds and mist gracefully traverse through the landscape further enhancing its ethereal beauty. This heritage art piece combines elements of impressionism with ink brushwork delicately applied on paper. It belongs to Japan's Momoyama period which was characterized by artistic innovation and cultural renaissance. "The Four Accomplishments" serves as a testament to Kano Shoei's mastery in capturing both aesthetic harmony and intellectual depth through his paintings. This remarkable six-panel folding screen can be found at The Cleveland Museum of Art where it continues to inspire viewers with its timeless allure.
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