Atmospheric perspective explained
Cite this page as: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, "Atmospheric perspective explained," in Smarthistory, June 7, 2017, accessed May 25, 2022, https://smarthistory.org/atmospheric-perspective/.
Bank of America's Masterpiece Moment
Crafted in the 16th century, this pair of six-panel screens is painted in ink on paper and showcases both Yamato-e and Chinese painting styles. The work features pine trees―a typical Japanese motif―and it has beautifully captured the richness of a Japanese landscape.