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Cypresses

801
151.0cm x 160.0cm

In this dramatic close-up of a single landscape element, Ikeda Koson renders a timeless moment in a grove of hinoki cypresses. He depicts an atmosphere of misty space and shifting light by skillfully varying ink tones from black to gray in the leaves of frond-like branchlets. Texture and form result from the application of wet ink over pale washes on the tree trunks. Koson, a pupil of the Rinpa revivalist Sakai Hōitsu (1761–1828), brought a fresh vitality to standard themes in the Rinpa repertoire through his virtuoso brushwork and ability to convey naturalistic forms without sacrificing the bold decorative impact of his predecessors.

ikeda koson (1801 – 1866)

Explore Ikeda Koson (1801-1866), a renowned Japanese painter of the Rinpa school. Discover his vibrant landscapes, court festivals & masterful brushwork. See works at The Met & British Museum! #JapaneseArt #Rinpa #IkedaKoson

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Title: Cypresses
Artist: ikeda koson
Year: 801
Original dimensions: 151.0cm x 160.0cm
Format: Square
Copyright status: Public domain
Color palette: Neutrals
Color intensity: Balanced

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