Brewing Tea in a Snow-Covered Hut 1791

"Brewing Tea in a Snow-Covered Hut" is a hanging scroll painting by Tani Bunchō, a prominent Japanese artist of the Edo period, depicting a serene winter scene. Created in 1791, the artwork showcases a snowy landscape with a small hut tucked amidst the trees and mountains. The artist's masterful use of ink and wash creates a sense of tranquility and isolation, evoking the quiet beauty of a wintry day. This artwork is a fine example of the Japanese aesthetic of "wabi-sabi," which celebrates the beauty of imperfection and transience. It can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.