Artwork

Summer Mountains After Rain

Summer Mountains After Rain, by Nakabayashi Chikutō, unspecified, 1788
Summer Mountains After Rain, by Nakabayashi Chikutō, unspecified, 1788

Summer Mountains After Rain is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Nakabayashi Chikutō. It dates from 1788 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

About this work

Overview

Summer Mountains After Rain is a painting created by Chikutō Nakabayashi in 1788. It is a representative work of the nanga style, held in the Detroit Institute of Arts collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape after rainfall, featuring rolling hills, mountains, and a small building in the foreground. The scene conveys a sense of calmness and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Nakabayashi employed subtle gradations of gray tone to create depth and atmosphere, characteristic of his nanga style. The use of chiaroscuro enhances the overall effect of the painting.

History & Provenance

Chikutō Nakabayashi, also known by other names, was born in Nagoya in 1776 and later worked in Kyoto until his death in 1853. The painting has been part of the Detroit Institute of Arts collection.

Artist & collection