Melons on Waves, 19th century
Kōno Baireiexpand_more
Ink and colors on paperexpand_more
Gift of Louis W. Hill, Jr.expand_more 81.2.25
Not on Viewexpand_more
Ko_no Bairei was a prominent painter in Kyoto during the late nineteenth century. He was a strong advocate of Japanese-style painting at a time when Western realism was increasingly popular among artists. His own works are admired for they fine brushwork and poetic sentiments. Here, Bairei painted melons floating in a gentle stream, an cool and refreshing image appropriate for display during Kyoto's oppressively hot summer season.
Details
- Title
- Melons on Waves
- Artist Life
- 1844 - 1895
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 81.2.25
- Curator Approved
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