Accession Number1998/2.8.1
TitleWinter Landscape (one of a pair)
Artist(s)JapaneseArtist NationalityJapanese (culture or style)Object Creation Date17th centuryMedium & Supporthanging scroll, ink on paperDimensions 59 13/16 in. x 17 3/4 in. ( 152 cm x 45.09 cm )
Credit LineGift of John Schloss
Subject matterOne of a pair this painting depicts a snowy winter landscape. Circles are very prominent in Japanese religion, culture, and art, and are symbols of cycles, connection, the divine, etc. Perhaps the shape of this painting is meant to reflect the cyclical nature of the seasons as it is paired with another season.
Physical DescriptionThis hanging scroll depicts a small circular image of a winter scene. The scroll itself appears to have three components. The outermost border layer is dark and patterned. As we get closer to the painting the shades lighten with the innermost rectangle closest to the circular painting being a pale yellowish-brown. The layer in between has a floral pattern. The painting itself has snowcapped trees and mountains as well as clouds.
Primary Object Classification Painting Primary Object TypelandscapeAdditional Object Classification(s)PaintingCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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