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Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10)

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10), by Aoki Shukuya, 1704
Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10), by Aoki Shukuya, 1704

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10) 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

This painting shows rocks, trees, and mountains in a natural setting.
It was created by Aoki Shukuya, a Japanese artist.
The artist learned from a master painter, which was a common practice in Japan at the time, and this influenced their style and technique.
You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Aoki Shukuya (Japanese, d. 1802)

Overview

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10) is a Japanese ink painting on paper, created by Aoki Shukuya. The work depicts a serene natural scene featuring rocks, trees, and mountains.

Subject & Meaning

The subject matter of rocks, trees, and mountains in a natural setting reflects the traditional Japanese emphasis on capturing the essence of the natural world through art.

Technique & Style

Shukuya's technique and style in this piece are indebted to the apprenticeship tradition, where young artists learned by copying their master's compositions. The influence of Ikeno Taiga, Shukuya's renowned Kyoto-based master, is evident in the work's execution.

History & Provenance

Aoki Shukuya was a pupil of Ikeno Taiga. While specific details about the creation date and original ownership of 'Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10)' are not provided, it is characteristic of the artistic output from Shukuya's period of study.

Context

This artwork is part of a broader tradition in Japanese art where apprenticeship under a master was the primary means of learning techniques such as ink handling and brushwork. The portfolio format suggests a collection of studies or explorations of Taiga's style.

Legacy

As part of Shukuya's oeuvre, 'Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 1 (leaf 10)' contributes to the understanding of how Taiga's style was interpreted and passed on through his pupils, influencing subsequent generations of Japanese artists.

Artist & collection

Artist

Aoki Shukuya

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

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