Old Man and Woman 1658 - 1716

tree

aged paper

toned paper

water colours

asian-art

japan

tea stained

personal sketchbook

underpainting

men

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

limited palette

watercolor

This painting, "Old Man and Woman," created by renowned Japanese artist Ogata Kōrin (1658 - 1716) depicts an elderly couple seated in a simple, outdoor setting. Kōrin, known for his mastery of Rinpa style, is known for incorporating bold colors and decorative motifs. In this work, Kōrin uses simple lines and muted tones to convey the intimacy of the scene. This small-scale artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a beautiful example of Kōrin's unique artistic style.