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Chinese Literatus in an Autumn Landscape, late 1400s. Creator: Josui S?en (Japanese, active c
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Chinese Literatus in an Autumn Landscape, late 1400s. Creator: Josui S?en (Japanese, active c
Chinese Literatus in an Autumn Landscape, late 1400s. In this painting, Sesshu Toyos disciple Soen depicts a Chinese scholar-official astride a donkey with his attendant behind. Framing their passage on the right side of the scene are two bare willows, and on the left, geese in flight, the cries of which capture the pairs attention. These elements suggest that the season is late autumn. Soen, who famously received Sesshus 1495 Splashed-ink Landscape as a certificate of his success as a pupil, studied with the master in Suo, presentday Yamaguchi, after which he returned to his native province in the Kanto region
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1392 1573 Active C Hanging Scroll Ink On Paper Muromachi Period
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Chinese Literatus in an Autumn Landscape, late 1400s
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. This print transports us to the late 1400s, where we find ourselves immersed in a serene autumn landscape. Created by Josui Sōen, a disciple of the renowned Japanese artist Sesshū Tōyō, this painting beautifully captures the essence of Chinese literati culture. In the center of the composition, a distinguished scholar-official gracefully rides atop a donkey while his attendant follows closely behind. The scene is framed on one side by two bare willow trees and on the other by geese soaring through the sky. Their cries capture both figures' attention and evoke a sense of tranquility. Through these elements, Soen skillfully conveys that it is late autumn - a season known for its melancholic beauty. This delicate balance between nature and human presence reflects the deep connection between man and environment cherished by literati artists. Soen's artistic prowess shines through in this hanging scroll painted with ink on paper during Japan's Muromachi period. It showcases his mastery acquired under Sesshū's tutelage in Suo before returning to his native Kanto region. Now preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art as part of their heritage collection, this exquisite artwork offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate not only Soen's talent but also gain insight into centuries-old cultural exchange between China and Japan.
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