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Suda Kokuta — Tsuyu | Showa period, 20th century
Suda Kokuta

Tsuyu | Showa period, 20th century

"Tsuyu" (referring to the rainy season in Japan) is a work by Suda Kokuta from the Showa period that exemplifies the artist's engagement with traditional Japanese aesthetics and themes of nature. The painting captures the atmospheric qualities of the monsoon season through subtle gradations of color and delicate brushwork characteristic of modern Japanese painting. Kokuta's composition reflects the influence of both classical ink painting traditions and the innovations of early twentieth century Japanese art.

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Art of Japan

October 29, 2024

Estimate: $20,000$30,000

Lot 22

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Suda Kokuta, Tsuyu | Showa period, 20th century

"Tsuyu" (referring to the rainy season in Japan) is a work by Suda Kokuta from the Showa period that exemplifies the artist's engagement with traditional Japanese aesthetics and themes of nature. The painting captures the atmospheric qualities of the monsoon season through subtle gradations of color and delicate brushwork characteristic of modern Japanese painting. Kokuta's composition reflects the influence of both classical ink painting traditions and the innovations of early twentieth century Japanese art.

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20th Century, Rainy season, Serene, Watercolor On Paper, Japanese, Hanging Scroll, Nihonga, Nature, Showa Period, Traditional Landscape

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