Artwork

Spring and Autumn Farming (Autumn)

Spring and Autumn Farming (Autumn), by Kō Sūkoku, unspecified, 1704
Spring and Autumn Farming (Autumn), by Kō Sūkoku, unspecified, 1704

Spring and Autumn Farming (Autumn) is an unspecified painting by the Romanticist artist Kō Sūkoku. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Spring and Autumn Farming (Autumn) is a painting by Kō Sūkoku, depicting the daily life of farmers during the autumn season.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows farmers at work and leisure, highlighting the cycle of farming life and the balance between labor and recreation.

Technique & Style

Kō Sūkoku's style is influenced by Hanabusa Itchō, incorporating elements from Kano school, ukiyo-e, and literati painting traditions, as seen in his depiction of everyday life and customs.

History & Provenance

Kō Sūkoku trained with Sawaki Sūshi, a pupil of Hanabusa Itchō, and continued Itchō's style into the 18th century.

Artist & collection

Artist

Kō Sūkoku

Kō Sūkoku (1730–1804) was an artist, born in Tokyo.

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