Who painted Landscape?

Landscape was painted by Kim Hong-do in 1785.

Where can I see Landscape?

Landscape is held by Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Can I buy a print of Landscape?

Museum-quality prints of Landscape are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Landscape

Kim Hong-do , 1785

Landscape is an unspecified painting by Kim Hong-do. It dates from 1785 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Landscape, created by Korean Joseon dynasty painter Kim Hong-do (Tanwŏn) around 1785, exemplifies his pioneering blend of traditional and Western artistic techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The painting's serene composition centers on a sparse, seasonal landscape with bare trees and foliage, evoking autumn or winter. A single tree dominates the foreground, set against a subtle, muted background featuring additional trees and a suggested body of water.

Technique & Style

Kim Hong-do employed varied brushstrokes and textures to achieve depth. Bold, expressive strokes define the foreground's trees and bushes, contrasting with the softer, more restrained treatment of the background.

History & Provenance

Created during the reigns of King Yeongjo or King Jeongjo, the work reflects Kim's exposure to Western techniques, possibly through Qing Dynasty influences, distinguishing his approach within Joseon painting.

Context

This landscape is characteristic of Kim Hong-do's oeuvre, which often focused on everyday life and natural scenes, drawing parallels with the observational style of the Dutch Golden Age.

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Artist

Kim Hong-do

Kim Hongdo (Korean: 김홍도, 1745–c. 1806 to 1814) was a Korean painter during the Joseon dynasty. He is mostly remembered for his depictions of the everyday life of ordinary people, in a manner analogous to painters of the…