Rice Paddies and Fuji 1816

Okada Beisanjin's "Rice Paddies and Fuji" (1816) is a Japanese painting depicting a serene landscape scene. The artwork showcases the iconic Mount Fuji in the background, with its snow-capped peak towering over a foreground filled with verdant rice paddies and meandering paths. The painting exemplifies the "ukiyo-e" style, capturing a fleeting moment of beauty in the everyday world. Beisanjin's masterful use of light and color creates a sense of depth and tranquility, highlighting the harmonious relationship between nature and humanity.