Landscape c. 15th century

This 15th-century hanging scroll, "Landscape", by the Japanese artist Oguri Sotan (1413-1481) depicts a tranquil scene of a winding river flowing through a mountainous landscape. The painting utilizes the "haboku" ink wash technique, creating a sense of atmospheric depth and ethereal beauty. Sotan was a prominent painter of the Muromachi Period, known for his elegant landscapes and delicate brushwork, inspired by the Chinese literati tradition. Currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, this scroll provides an insightful glimpse into Sotan's masterful execution of ink and brush.