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Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove; Four Elders of Mt. Shang, 1600s. Creator: Kano Tan?y? (Japanese
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Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove; Four Elders of Mt. Shang, 1600s. Creator: Kano Tan?y? (Japanese
Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove; Four Elders of Mt. Shang, 1600s. The Kano school was a group of professional artists patronized by the shogun from the late Muromachi period to the Edo period. The group adopted themes of reclusiveness to convey the importance of loyalty to the shogunate. A leader of the Edo Kano school, Kano Tanyu paired Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove and Four Elders of Mt. Shang to reference a painting of the same theme attributed to Kano Motonobu. Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove refers to the elites who escaped the social chaos of Chinas Wei-Jin period (AD 200s-400s); they fled to a secluded bamboo grove where they could express themselves freely, enjoying pure conversation, music, and wine. Four Elders of Mt. Shang depicts the scholars who left the turbulence of the late Qin dynasty to pursue their scholarly interests in seclusion on Mt. Shang in Shanxi province
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1602 1674 1615 1868 Ink On Paper Kano Tan Y Kano Tan Y Japanese Pair Of Six Fold Screens
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of Kano Tan'yū, a prominent leader of the Edo Kano school during Japan's Muromachi and Edo periods. The Kano school was renowned for its association with the shogunate and their portrayal of themes that emphasized loyalty to the ruling power. In this particular piece, Tan'yū skillfully pairs two distinct paintings - Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove and Four Elders of Mt. Shang - both symbolizing reclusiveness as a means to escape societal chaos. The Seven Sages were esteemed intellectuals who sought refuge in a secluded bamboo grove during China's Wei-Jin period, where they indulged in intellectual pursuits, music, and wine amidst pure conversation. On the other hand, Four Elders depicts scholars who retreated to Mt. Shang in Shanxi province during the turbulent late Qin dynasty to dedicate themselves solely to scholarly endeavors. Through his masterful use of ink on paper, Tan'yū brings these ancient tales to life on a pair of six-fold screens. Each brushstroke captures the essence of tranquility and contemplation that permeates these scenes. Preserved by The Cleveland Museum of Art, this heritage art print provides us with an opportunity to appreciate not only Tan'yū's artistic prowess but also delve into historical narratives from centuries past. It serves as a testament to Japan's rich cultural heritage and reminds us how art can transcend time by preserving stories that continue to resonate with audiences today.
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