{"product_id":"black-bull-1913-by-kono-bairei-framed-canvas-print-in-a-natural-wood-floater-frame-ready-to-hang-original-aspect-ratio","title":"Black bull (1913)  by Kōno Bairei. Framed Canvas Print in a Natural Wood Floater Frame. Ready to Hang. Original Aspect Ratio","description":"\u003cp\u003eKōno Bairei's \"Black Bull\" (1913) is a masterful representation of the intersection between traditional Japanese aesthetics and the burgeoning modernist sensibilities of the early 20th century. Bairei, a distinguished figure in the Kyoto art scene, was renowned for his expertise in kachōga, or bird-and-flower painting, yet \"Black Bull\" showcases his versatility and ability to transcend conventional genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1844 in Kyoto, Bairei was a pivotal figure in the Maruyama-Shijō school, which emphasized realistic portrayals of nature. His life spanned a transformative period in Japanese history, witnessing the Meiji Restoration and the subsequent Western influence on Japanese art. Bairei's work often reflects a delicate balance between these traditional Japanese techniques and the new artistic ideas introduced from the West.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Black Bull\" embodies Bairei's philosophical approach of harmony between man and nature. The piece is a striking example of sumi-e, or ink painting, utilizing bold brushstrokes and subtle gradients to convey the strength and stoic presence of the bull. The animal, a symbol of resilience and power, is depicted with a sense of dignity and serenity, suggesting Bairei's reverence for the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe painting is significant not only for its aesthetic qualities but also for its cultural implications, representing a synthesis of past and present. The original \"Black Bull\" is currently held in a private collection, admired for its technical prowess and its embodiment of Bairei's artistic vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrinted to order on canvas and set in a natural wood floater frame. Ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"epicArtLovers.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53501880205579,"sku":"859749aa-b4d7-4b9f-a39b-dab1fb26df1f","price":80.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/epicartlovers.com\/de\/products\/black-bull-1913-by-kono-bairei-framed-canvas-print-in-a-natural-wood-floater-frame-ready-to-hang-original-aspect-ratio","provider":"epicArtLovers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}