Rapids and Fall of a River 1868 - 1912

"Rapids and Fall of a River" is a hanging scroll painting by Hashimoto Gahō, created between 1868 and 1912, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. This evocative work, rendered in ink and light washes of color on silk, showcases Gahō's mastery of the *bunjinga* style. The painting depicts a serene mountain landscape with a meandering river, emphasizing the artist's appreciation for nature's subtle beauty. The composition, with its focus on the misty, atmospheric landscape, evokes a sense of tranquility and meditative reflection.