{"title":"Matsumura Goshun","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"seven-chinese-immortals-matsumura-goshun","title":"Seven Chinese Immortals - Matsumura Goshun","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ink and gold leaf screen painting by Matsumura Goshun, depicting the Seven Chinese Immortals in a graceful, ethereal composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Matsumura Goshun, also known as Gekkei, displays the characteristic restraint of the Shijo school. The composition features figures rendered in delicate ink lines, set against a background of gold leaf clouds. Goshun, a student of Yosa Buson, moved away from the rigid structures of the Kano school to adopt a more naturalistic approach. His work often balances the precision of ink drawing with the decorative qualities of Japanese screen painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures, representing the Chinese Immortals, appear to float within a void. The use of gold leaf creates a sense of ethereal space, separating the subjects from the physical world. Goshun employs a calligraphic line quality, particularly in the drapery of the robes and the features of the dragon. The interaction between the figures and the mythical creature suggests a narrative of transcendence. The composition is sparse, allowing the negative space to function as an active element of the design. This screen demonstrates the artist's ability to synthesise the literary themes of the literati tradition with the aesthetic requirements of large-scale interior decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy focusing on the subtle gestures and expressions of the figures, Goshun provides a human quality to these legendary beings. The ink work is light and fluid, avoiding heavy outlines in favour of soft, suggestive forms. This approach reflects the Shijo school preference for observation and spontaneity. The gold leaf, applied in soft, cloud-like formations, provides a warm, reflective surface that changes with the ambient light of a room. This piece remains a fine example of late eighteenth-century Japanese painting, where the boundaries between classical subject matter and personal artistic expression become blurred.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" 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;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/carp-and-tortoises-yoshida-hiroshi\" 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;\"\u003eCarp and Tortoises - Yoshida Hiroshi — Hiroshi Yoshida\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matsumura Goshun","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687359025487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687377834319,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687377867087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687377899855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687377932623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687377965391,"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":58687377998159,"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":58687378030927,"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":58687378063695,"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":58687378096463,"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":58687378129231,"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":58687378161999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seven-Chinese-Immortals_Poster_CompositorV1_1788634094249.jpg?v=1788634239"},{"product_id":"herb-gatherer-in-the-mountains-matsumura-goshun-1","title":"Herb Gatherer in the Mountains - Matsumura Goshun","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene ink and colour painting by Matsumura Goshun, depicting a traveller on horseback navigating a mountain path in the traditional Shijo style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatsumura Goshun, also known as Gekkei, was a central figure in the development of the Shijo school of painting in Kyoto. This work depicts a solitary figure on horseback navigating a rugged mountain path, a subject that reflects the artist's interest in the quietude of rural life and the natural world. The composition utilises a vertical format, common in traditional hanging scrolls, to suggest the steep incline of the terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoshun began his training under Yosa Buson, a master of the Nanga or literati style, before later incorporating the more naturalistic and fluid techniques associated with the Maruyama school. This synthesis is evident in the brushwork here. The rocks and foliage are rendered with a combination of controlled ink washes and lighter, more spontaneous strokes. The figure of the herb gatherer is captured with a sense of gentle movement, his posture suggesting the weariness of a long journey through the hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette remains restrained, relying on earthy tones of brown, ochre, and muted green to evoke the atmosphere of a mountain pass. The artist employs negative space to suggest mist or distance, a technique that draws the viewer into the scene without overwhelming the eye with unnecessary detail. The texture of the horse and the rough garments of the rider are suggested through economical use of line, demonstrating the artist's ability to convey form with minimal effort. This piece reflects the Shijo school's preference for observation and a lighter, more accessible approach to traditional subjects. It remains a fine example of the period's shift toward a more subjective and lyrical interpretation of the natural environment, moving away from the rigid structures of earlier academic painting styles.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" 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;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/landscape-of-a-misty-mountain-scene-tani-buncho\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape of a Misty Mountain Scene - Tani Bunchō — Tani Bunchō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matsumura Goshun","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58965943779663,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58966626042191,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58966626074959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58966626107727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58966626140495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58966626173263,"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":58966626206031,"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":58966626238799,"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":58966626271567,"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":58966626304335,"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":58966626337103,"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":58966626369871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Herb-Gatherer-in-the-Mountains_Poster_CompositorV1_1790767707457.jpg?v=1790775222"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/nl\/collections\/matsumura-goshun.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}