Amid the Mountains by Yamanaka Shinten'ō

Amid the Mountains c. 19th century

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paper, ink-on-paper, hanging-scroll, ink

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word art style

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hand-lettering

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asian-art

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hand drawn type

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typography

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hand lettering

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japan

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paper

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ink-on-paper

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hanging-scroll

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ink

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hand-drawn typeface

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calligraphic

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typography style

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experimental typography

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calligraphy

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small lettering

Dimensions: 52 9/16 × 19 13/16 in. (133.51 × 50.32 cm) (image)76 9/16 × 24 9/16 in. (194.47 × 62.39 cm) (mount, without roller)

Copyright: Public Domain

Yamanaka Shinten'ō created this ink-on-paper work, "Amid the Mountains," capturing a moment of contemplation through calligraphy. The characters, written in elegant strokes, speak to a dialogue with nature, a theme deeply rooted in East Asian art. We see the interplay between man and nature reflected in the arrangement of the calligraphy, evoking a sense of harmony and balance. This harmony mirrors similar artistic expressions across cultures, where nature serves as both muse and mirror to the human soul. Consider the recurring motif of mountains in Chinese landscape painting, often symbolizing stability and refuge. This symbol transcends mere representation, tapping into a collective yearning for tranquility amidst life's storms. Over time, the interpretation of such symbols evolves, shaped by cultural shifts and individual experiences, yet the underlying emotional resonance endures, engaging us on a subconscious level. The act of writing itself becomes a meditative journey, a quest for meaning amidst the mountains of existence. This quest mirrors our own, echoing through time and space.

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minneapolisinstituteofart over 1 year ago

漫々〇濤立 翠雲深幾 / 重 山中罕人車 終日撫 / 蒼龍 Over vast expanses, the wild waves surge, / Blue-green clouds, how many layers thick' / Here in the mountains, few carriages or men; / All day I spend caressing these hoary dragons!(Trans. Stephen Addiss)

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