jul 15, 1735 - White and Red Plum Blossoms

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Ink, watercolor and gold leaf on paper
Ogata Korin
Almost 6 foot tall painting that represents the coming of spring. Use of black ink and gem colored wash, the image seems both real and abstract at the same time.
This type of painting inspired the school of Korin or Rimpa which combines abstraction and naturalism.

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