Tōhaku's landscape paintings

Tōhaku’s landscape paintings are renowned for their subtle simplicity and atmospheric depth. Using ink and minimal color, he masterfully captures natural scenes like mountains, trees, and mist, emphasizing serenity and the fleeting mood of nature. His compositions often employ negative space, creating a sense of openness and tranquility. Tōhaku’s work exemplifies Japanese aesthetics of wabi-sabi—appreciating imperfection and impermanence—while showcasing his skill in balancing detailed brushwork with spaciousness, inviting viewers to contemplate the quiet, transient beauty of the natural world.