Sparklers on Summer Evening 1615 - 1868

"Sparklers on a Summer Evening" is a hanging scroll by the Japanese artist Shiokawa Bunrin, created between 1615 and 1868. The work depicts a simple scene of a clay pot with burning incense sticks and a closed fan resting on the ground. The delicate brushstrokes and muted tones create a sense of quietude and serenity, characteristic of Japanese ink painting. This painting showcases Bunrin's mastery of minimalist imagery and evocative composition, emphasizing the fleeting beauty of a summer evening. The scroll is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.