Landschap in Chinese stijl c. 1800

This is Sasaya's delicate 'Landscape in Chinese Style', an ink drawing structured around a highly organized, almost symmetrical composition. The visual harmony is achieved through balanced placement of architectural forms and natural elements. Notice how Sasaya uses linear perspective to create depth; buildings and mountains recede into the background, defined by their outlines rather than volume. This emphasizes the flatness of the picture plane, which is a nod to traditional East Asian art. The strategic placement of buildings and trees within the landscape isn't just decorative, it also embodies a deep understanding of spatial relationships. The drawing presents a series of signs that invite interpretation. The buildings are cultural signifiers representing places of dwelling and worship. The mountains, trees, and waterfalls reference nature, a symbol deeply embedded in Chinese and Japanese culture. Sasaya thus creates a dialogue between the built environment and the natural world.