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Landscapes in Summer and Winter

Ike no Taiga

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

This painting depicts a landscape scene, divided into two distinct sections representing summer and winter. The artwork is by Ike no Taiga. The painting features a tall, mountainous landscape with a steep cliff face dominating the center. The mountain has various trees and a small waterfall. In the lower section of the painting, a house with a red roof is nestled among trees and bushes. The color palette includes shades of brown, green, and red. The painting is framed by a beige border with a thin red line around the artwork. A small red seal is located at the bottom-right corner of the painting. The upper section appears to depict a winter scene with bare trees, while the lower section shows a summer scene with lush greenery.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
357 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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