Window onto Bamboo on a Rainy Day 1700 - 1749

"Window onto Bamboo on a Rainy Day" is a hanging scroll painting by Japanese artist Gion Nankai, created between 1700 and 1749. The work depicts a bamboo grove in a minimalist style, showcasing Nankai's mastery of ink wash painting. The delicate brushstrokes and subtle shades of gray create a sense of depth and atmosphere, capturing the feeling of rain falling on the bamboo stalks. The painting's composition emphasizes the natural world's beauty, evoking a sense of tranquility and harmony. This piece is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.