Spring Landscape Possibly 1787

"Spring Landscape" is a two-panel folding screen by the Japanese artist Ganku, dated to 1787. The screen depicts a serene mountain landscape with a subtle use of gold leaf to represent the clouds in the sky. Ganku, known for his landscapes, depicted the beauty of the natural world in a minimalist style, using a limited color palette to create a sense of tranquility. This piece is part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s collection, showcasing Ganku's talent in landscape painting.