Flowers of the Four Seasons

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Flowers of the Four Seasons

18th century

School of Ogata Kenzan (Japanese, 1663–1743)

Executed in typically bold Rimpa style, the flowers shown are wisteria (spring), plum (winter), peony (summer), and chrysanthemum and morning glory (fall).

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Object Details

Title:

Flowers of the Four Seasons

Date:

18th century

Artist:

School of Ogata Kenzan (Japanese, 1663–1743)

Medium:

Ink and color on paper; mounted as a six-fold screen

Dimensions:

69 1/2 inches × 12 feet 2 inches (176.5 × 370.8 cm)

Classification:

Paintings

Credit Line:

Purchased with the George W.B. Taylor Fund, 1943

Accession Number:

1943-16-1

Geography:

Made in Japan, Asia

Context:

Period: Edo Period (1615-1868)

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