Untitled (a tree) 

This unsigned, undated work depicts a pine tree in a minimalist style with the artist's signature style of delicate brushstrokes. The tree is rendered in shades of blue-gray, with a detailed and textural trunk and branches. The composition is simple and balanced, with the tree centered on the page. Ike no Taiga was a renowned Japanese painter of the Edo period known for his innovative approach to ink painting. His work is known for its bold, simplified forms.