a Smarthistory short course
6th—19th century
The arts of Japan are intertwined with this country’s long and complex history.
a Smarthistory short course
6th—19th century
The arts of Japan are intertwined with this country’s long and complex history.
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.