Fan 

This landscape painting on a fan was created by Kanō Motonobu. Note the striking contrast between the stark black ink and the muted background of the fan, a contrast that enlivens the visual experience. The composition is carefully structured to draw the eye across the fan's surface. The mountains and waterfalls create a sense of depth, while the placement of buildings and trees guides us through the pictorial space. Consider how the artist uses line and form to create a sense of harmony between nature and architecture. The fan itself is a symbolic form; its arc mirrors the natural cycles of opening and closing, revealing and concealing. The materiality of the fan, designed for personal use, invites us to consider the painting not just as an image, but as an object of contemplation. The interplay of the painted landscape and the fan's shape creates a dynamic relationship, challenging the viewer to see the world in new and unexpected ways.