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Landscape with Lake and Distant Mountains - Drawing - 19th Century

19th Century

$330.42
£244.18
€280VAT Included
CA$458.51
A$466.83
CHF 268.85
MX$5,624.99
NOK 3,120.07
SEK 3,147.96
DKK 2,134.74

About the Item

Ink on paper, from an illustrated album or single-sheet composition. A refined monochrome landscape depicting a tranquil lakeside scene, composed with great economy of line and an emphasis on atmospheric depth. In the foreground, gently sloping terrain with sparse vegetation leads the eye toward a broad expanse of water animated by small boats, while low mountain ranges rise softly in the distance. The composition is framed by a ruled border and accompanied by vertical calligraphic inscriptions, likely poetic in nature, integrated harmoniously into the pictorial field. Executed in delicate brushwork, the image exemplifies the literati (bunjinga) aesthetic, privileging suggestion over description and conveying a contemplative mood rather than topographical specificity. The restrained palette and open spatial construction reflect an engagement with Chinese literati models, filtered through Japanese sensibilities typical of the Edo period. The calligraphy, written in a fluid hand, enhances the poetic resonance of the scene and underscores the close relationship between image and text. On thin, slightly translucent paper, with visible aging, soft creasing, and minor staining consistent with age and use. Overall condition good, preserving the subtlety of the ink tones and the clarity of the line. An elegant and evocative example of Japanese ink landscape, likely intended for a cultivated audience, illustrating the enduring appeal of poetic landscape imagery within Edo-period visual culture.
  • Creation Year:
    19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.29 in (18.5 cm)Width: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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  • Framing:
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  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T-1593351stDibs: LU650317668122

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