Right Screen 

Kanō Motonobu created this folding screen using ink and possibly light color on paper, during the Muromachi period. The monochrome palette invites a close consideration of technique; ink wash painting, known as *suibokuga*, emphasizes controlled brushstrokes and the delicate manipulation of ink density to create tonal variation and atmospheric effects. The screen would have been made by artisans, apprentices, and assistants, who would each be responsible for specific tasks. Take notice of the considered design, from the placement of the birds, to the mist-shrouded mountains in the background, which creates a tranquil viewing experience. Motonobu was crucial in establishing the Kanō school style, which would dominate Japanese painting for centuries by blending traditional Japanese and Chinese techniques. By appreciating the skills, traditions, and labor involved in its production, we can move beyond the conventional separation of art and craft.