Landscape with Qin late 18th - early 19th century

"Landscape with Qin" is a classic Japanese painting, created by Kameda Bōsai in the late 18th or early 19th century. Depicting a serene mountainous landscape, with two figures, possibly a teacher and student, in the foreground, this piece exemplifies the *bunjinga* (literati) style of painting, popular in Japan during this period. Bōsai, known for his refined and elegant brushwork, captures the essence of nature through light washes of ink and delicate lines. The composition, with its emphasis on the mountain range, evokes a sense of tranquility and contemplation, characteristic of the *bunjinga* tradition. The painting, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases the artistic sensibilities and cultural values of the Edo period in Japan.