Mountain with Pine and Maple Trees
1856
Medium
Color woodblock print; surimono
Dimensions
51 × 18.4 cm (20 1/8 × 7 1/4 in.)
Classification
woodblock print
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
41821
Art Historical Context
Behold the tranquil beauty of *Mountain with Pine and Maple Trees*, a exquisite color woodblock print by Japanese artist Tanaka Shutei, crafted in 1856. Measuring a slender 51 × 18.4 cm, this vertical *surimono*—a luxurious, privately commissioned print often produced for New Year's greetings or poetry gatherings—exemplifies the refined artistry of late Edo-period Japan. Shutei, known for his delicate landscapes and nature motifs within the ukiyo-e tradition, captures the majestic harmony of towering pines, fiery maple foliage, and mist-shrouded peaks, evoking the timeless allure of Japan's na...