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Landscape with Waterfall

Nakabayashi Chikutō

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Landscape with Waterfall by Nakabayashi Chikutō depicts a serene scene with a large waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff. The waterfall is situated at the top center of the painting, flowing down two rocky tiers. The cliff is covered in trees and rocks, with a small building nestled among them at the top. In the foreground, there are more trees and rocks, with a smaller cliff on the left side. The painting features a mix of black, white, and gray hues, with some subtle brown tones. A beige border surrounds the painting, adorned with a pattern of small, light-colored flowers or leaves. On the left side of the painting, there is a vertical line of Japanese characters in black ink, accompanied by a small red rectangle. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes tranquility and natural beauty.

Artwork Details

Date
1841
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
436 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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