{"product_id":"autumn-in-myriad-valleys-kodama-katei","title":"Autumn in Myriad Valleys - Kodama Katei","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese ink wash painting by Kodama Katei, depicting a serene mountain valley scene with mist and architectural details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKodama Katei was a practitioner of the Bunjinga tradition, a style of Japanese painting that drew inspiration from Chinese literati art. This work, Autumn in Myriad Valleys, demonstrates his command of ink wash techniques and the traditional sansui format. The composition follows a vertical orientation, guiding the viewer from the foreground dwellings and sparse trees upward into a series of craggy, mist-shrouded peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs a restrained palette, relying on subtle washes of ink and muted earth tones to define the terrain. The brushwork varies between precise, dry strokes for the rock faces and softer, blurred applications to suggest the presence of low-hanging clouds. These clouds act as negative space, separating the distinct tiers of the mountain range and providing a sense of atmospheric depth. Small architectural elements, such as huts and a bridge, are tucked into the lower sections, offering a sense of human scale against the imposing natural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatei, who was active during the Meiji period, maintained a connection to classical aesthetics while working in an era of rapid modernisation. His approach to the subject matter reflects a scholarly appreciation for the solitude and quietude associated with mountain retreats. The calligraphic inscriptions in the upper right corner are integral to the work, balancing the visual weight of the mountains and providing context through poetic reference. The silk support contributes to the overall texture, allowing the ink to settle with a soft, diffused quality that enhances the seasonal mood of the piece. This print captures the technical precision and philosophical intent characteristic of Katei's later career, offering a view into the traditional ink painting practices that persisted alongside new artistic developments in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/two-views-from-the-eight-views-of-the-xiao-and-xiang-rivers-kantei\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTwo Views from the Eight Views of the Xiao and Xiang Rivers - Kantei — Kantei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/white-clouds-and-crimson-trees-tanomura-chokunyu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWhite Clouds and Crimson Trees - Tanomura Chokunyū — Tanomura Chokunyū\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kodama Katei","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59034261651791,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59034737639759,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59034737672527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59034737705295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59034737738063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59034737770831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59034737803599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59034737836367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59034737869135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59034737901903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59034737934671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59034737967439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Autumn-in-Myriad-Valleys_Poster_CompositorV1_1791364779743.jpg?v=1791366371","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/products\/autumn-in-myriad-valleys-kodama-katei","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}