river in which worshippers can swim with the tide

Tachida River" by Kobayashi Kokei, a master who reached the pinnacle of modern Japanese-style painting - Touching the essence of the clear, poetic sentiment of Autumn Rei


We are pleased to present one of our gallery's treasured works, “Tachida River” by Kobayashi Kokei (1883-1957), a master of modern Japanese-style painting, whose clear and elegant style broke new ground and had a profound influence on later generations. The painting measures 137.2 cm (length) by 51.4 cm (width), and comes with a presentation box signed and inscribed by the artist himself, which further enhances the authenticity of its provenance and the value of the work.


The essence of Kogei's art lies in his ability to depict with precision based on thorough sketching and his pursuit of universal beauty with a modern sensibility, while remaining rooted in a deep understanding of classical literature and the Yamato-e tradition. The Tachida River is a scenic spot deeply engraved in the hearts of Japanese people as a famous place for autumn leaves, and has been described in “Ise Monogatari” and “Kokin Waka Shu” since ancient times. Furukawa's unique interpretation of this poetic and traditional theme is filled with serenity and limpid elegance.


The picture plane is filled with an autumn scene woven with brocade. The harmony of colors, with the blazing crimson of the leaves and the gentle yellow of the trees, is a sight to behold. The delicate brushstrokes, which are executed with meticulous attention to detail down to the individual leaves, represent the ultimate in realism that could only be achieved by Kogei. The elegantly attired figure standing among the trees seems to be quietly savoring the deepening of autumn, with his heart focused on the beauty of the vivid autumn leaves. The presence of the figure transcends mere landscape painting, inviting the viewer deep into the space of the painting, as if he or she were one with the figure in the painting, sharing its poetic sentiment.


This work, “Tachida River,” is a masterpiece in the series of Kogei's works, especially his landscapes with classical and nature subjects, and can be regarded as one of his masterpieces representing the mature period of his art, with its sophisticated composition, restrained yet richly emotional color sense, and the clear air surrounding the entire painting. The background is a space that makes the most of the blank space in the background. The spatial treatment of the background, which makes the most of the blank space, evokes the infinite expanse of the autumn sky and the presence of the wind that blows across it, creating a scene filled with a deep spirituality. The scattered autumn leaves are a perfect example of a modern interpretation of the immortal poem “Chihayabu no kamiyo mo kikazu Tatsuta-gawa kara kurenai ni mizu kuru wa” by Uzaiwara no Narihira, which was written by a poet.


To have this painting at one's right is to incorporate into one's daily life the essence of the beauty of autumn, which the Japanese have long loved. The elegant and elegant mounting also enhances the dignity of the work, filling your alcove, living room, or other important space with a serene yet gorgeous elegance. Art lovers will have the incomparable pleasure of touching the artistic heights reached by the master Kobayashi Kokei and passing on his beauty to the next generation.


We hope you will take this opportunity to visit our gallery and enjoy to your heart's content the profound world of beauty that KOBAYASHI Kokei depicted in his eternal autumn poems. Words cannot fully express the excitement you will feel when you see the actual work in front of you.


 


Size: h137.2✕w51.4 (with certificate of authenticity)


Material: paper

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