Misty Dawn at the Seashore 1800 - 1846

"Misty Dawn at the Seashore" is a hanging scroll painting by the Japanese artist Okada Hankō. Executed sometime between 1800 and 1846, the work depicts a serene landscape with a focus on the misty atmosphere of the seashore. Hankō's signature style, known for its delicate ink washes and meticulous attention to detail, is evident in the portrayal of the mountains, trees, and water. The artwork, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a prime example of the "bunjinga" style of painting, which combined elements of Chinese literati painting with traditional Japanese aesthetics.