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Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 19)

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 19), by Aoki Shukuya, 1704
Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 19), by Aoki Shukuya, 1704

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 19) is a work on paper by the Baroque artist Aoki Shukuya. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 19) is a portfolio piece featuring a simple, ink-based depiction of a landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The work showcases rocks, trees, and mountains, echoing the style of Ikeno Taiga, a renowned Kyoto artist.

Technique & Style

The piece employs a range of ink and brush techniques, with varying degrees of light and dark, to create a nuanced representation of its subjects.

History & Provenance

Created by Aoki Shukuya, a pupil of Ikeno Taiga, this work reflects the traditional Japanese apprenticeship model, where students copied their master's compositions to hone their skills.

Artist & collection

Artist

Aoki Shukuya

Aoki Shukuya (1737–1802) was a Japanese artist.

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