{"title":"Shiokawa Bunrin","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"bird-on-a-branch-shiokawa-bunrin","title":"Bird on a Branch - Shiokawa Bunrin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate ink wash study of a bird perched on a branch, capturing the quiet essence of nature through the traditional Shijo school aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiokawa Bunrin was a prominent figure of the Shijo school in Kyoto during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. This work, a classic example of kacho-ga (bird and flower painting), demonstrates the artist's mastery of ink wash techniques. The composition relies on the concept of negative space, allowing the viewer to focus on the delicate interaction between the avian subject and the organic form of the branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBunrin utilised varying concentrations of ink to suggest depth and texture. The bird is rendered with precise, controlled strokes, while the leaves exhibit softer, more fluid applications of ink that bleed slightly into the silk support. This technique creates a sense of atmosphere and quietude, characteristic of the Shijo school's approach to nature. The artist avoids excessive detail, preferring to capture the essence of the subject through economy of line and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silk support provides a subtle, textured background that interacts with the ink, adding a layer of material quality to the image. The branch extends diagonally across the lower portion of the frame, guiding the eye towards the bird, which is positioned with a sense of alertness. The balance between the solid, dark forms of the foliage and the expansive, empty space reflects the aesthetic values of the period. This print captures the understated elegance of traditional Japanese ink painting, offering a meditative addition to any interior space. The work remains a fine example of the technical skill required to balance spontaneity with formal composition in classical East Asian art.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/moon-gourds-and-insects-sakai-hoitsu\" 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;\"\u003eMoon, Gourds, and Insects - Sakai Hōitsu — Sakai Hōitsu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shiokawa Bunrin","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760667332943,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760683028815,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760683061583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760683094351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760683127119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760683159887,"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":58760683192655,"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":58760683225423,"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":58760683258191,"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":58760683290959,"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":58760683323727,"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":58760683356495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Bird-on-a-Branch_Poster_CompositorV1_1789256648339.jpg?v=1789257095"},{"product_id":"the-poet-li-bos-visit-to-mount-emei-shiokawa-bunrin","title":"The Poet Li Bo's Visit to Mount Emei - Shiokawa Bunrin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA six-panel folding screen by Shiokawa Bunrin depicting the poet Li Bo on a journey through mist-covered mountains, rendered in ink on gold-leaf paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiokawa Bunrin, a prominent figure of the Kyoto art scene during the late Edo and early Meiji periods, produced this six-panel folding screen using traditional ink wash techniques. The composition depicts the legendary Chinese poet Li Bo travelling by boat through a mountainous region, a subject frequently explored in East Asian art to evoke themes of solitude and the pursuit of natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBunrin employs a sophisticated use of negative space, allowing the gold-leaf background to represent mist and atmospheric depth. The craggy peaks are rendered with varied ink tones, ranging from deep, saturated blacks to subtle, diluted greys. This technique creates a sense of distance and scale, drawing the eye from the foreground boat towards the towering summits that vanish into the golden haze. The brushwork remains fluid, reflecting the artist's training in the Shijo style, which prioritised direct observation and a softer, more naturalistic approach to traditional subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screen format dictates the flow of the image, with the vertical seams acting as subtle interruptions to the continuous mountain range. Bunrin balances the heavy, textured rock formations with the delicate, rhythmic strokes used for the foliage and the gentle ripples of the water. The inclusion of the small boat provides a human element, grounding the vastness of the scene and inviting the viewer to contemplate the journey of the poet. This work demonstrates the technical precision and aesthetic sensitivity characteristic of Bunrin's later career, where he successfully integrated classical Chinese themes with the refined sensibilities of the Kyoto school. The application of gold leaf adds a reflective quality, changing the appearance of the work depending on the light in the room, which is a hallmark of high-quality Japanese screen painting.\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=\"\/sv\/products\/poem-by-minamoto-no-muneyuki-katsushika-hokusai\" 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;\"\u003ePoem by Minamoto no Muneyuki - Katsushika Hokusai — Katsushika Hokusai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/first-tea-gathering-of-the-new-year-ryuryukyo-shinsai\" 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;\"\u003eFirst Tea Gathering of the New Year - Ryūryūkyo Shinsai — Ryūryūkyo Shinsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shiokawa Bunrin","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760704491855,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760721400143,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760721432911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760721465679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760721498447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760721531215,"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":58760721563983,"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":58760721596751,"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":58760721629519,"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":58760721662287,"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":58760721695055,"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":58760721727823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Poet-Li-Bo-s-Visit-to-Mount-Emei_Poster_CompositorV1_1789257026244.jpg?v=1789257610"},{"product_id":"sparklers-on-summer-evening-shiokawa-bunrin","title":"Sparklers on Summer Evening - Shiokawa Bunrin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate ink and colour painting on silk depicting a ceramic jar with lit sparklers and a traditional fan, capturing the quiet atmosphere of a summer evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiokawa Bunrin, a prominent figure of the Kyoto-based Maruyama-Shijo school, captures a quiet, ephemeral moment in this hanging scroll. The composition focuses on a simple ceramic jar containing lit sparklers, accompanied by a traditional uchiwa fan resting on the ground. The scene evokes the atmosphere of a Japanese summer evening, where the cooling air is punctuated by the brief, glowing trails of light from the handheld fireworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBunrin employs a subtle gradation of ink tones to suggest the dim light of dusk. The background fades from a lighter upper register to a darker lower section, grounding the objects in a soft, ambient gloom. The sparklers themselves are rendered with delicate, precise strokes, their faint smoke drifting upwards in the still air. The uchiwa fan, a common accessory for summer heat, provides a horizontal counterpoint to the verticality of the jar and the glowing embers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the artist's interest in naturalistic observation, a hallmark of the Shijo style. Rather than relying on rigid, traditional iconography, Bunrin observes the domestic details of daily life with a refined, understated sensibility. The silk support adds a gentle texture to the ink washes, softening the edges of the forms and contributing to the overall sense of transience. The inclusion of the fan and the sparklers creates a narrative of seasonal leisure, inviting the viewer to pause and consider the fleeting nature of the summer season. The work remains a fine example of late Edo and early Meiji period aesthetics, where the focus shifted towards capturing the quiet beauty found in ordinary objects and seasonal customs.\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=\"\/sv\/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=\"\/sv\/products\/women-beside-a-stream-chasing-fireflies-chobunsai-eishi\" 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;\"\u003eWomen Beside a Stream Chasing Fireflies - Chōbunsai Eishi — Chōbunsai Eishi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shiokawa Bunrin","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760706261327,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760724644175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58760724676943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58760724709711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58760724742479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58760724775247,"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":58760724808015,"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":58760724840783,"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":58760724873551,"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":58760724906319,"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":58760724939087,"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":58760724971855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sparklers-on-Summer-Evening_Poster_CompositorV1_1789257249793.jpg?v=1789257645"},{"product_id":"landscape-with-the-moon-shiokawa-bunrin","title":"Landscape with the Moon - Shiokawa Bunrin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene ink wash painting by Shiokawa Bunrin, capturing a moonlit scene with atmospheric depth and delicate brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiokawa Bunrin was a central figure in the Kyoto art scene during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. As a practitioner of the Shijo school, he favoured a style that balanced technical precision with a spontaneous, atmospheric quality. This work, executed in ink on silk, demonstrates his mastery of the wash technique, where varying concentrations of ink create a sense of depth and ethereal light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is vertical, typical of the hanging scroll format. It depicts a quiet, nocturnal scene where the moon is partially obscured by clouds. The artist uses soft, blurred edges to suggest the dampness of the air and the stillness of the water. In the foreground, the silhouettes of trees are rendered with more defined brushwork, providing a contrast to the hazy, distant hills. The absence of harsh outlines allows the viewer to perceive the scene as a fleeting moment rather than a static representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBunrin was known for his interest in Western perspective, which he integrated into traditional Japanese ink painting. This influence is visible in the way the space recedes toward the horizon, creating a naturalistic sense of distance. The work relies on a monochromatic palette, using the inherent qualities of black ink to suggest a wide range of tones. By omitting unnecessary detail, the artist invites the viewer to complete the image through their own observation. 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