Sesshū Tōyō (雪舟等楊)

Sesshū Tōyō (雪舟等楊) represents an active period spanning from 1440 to 1818, during which time the artist produced a body of work focused primarily on ink compositions. In the database, the artist is represented by 11 paintings and one book.

The known Sesshū Tōyō (雪舟等楊) paintings demonstrate a concentrated focus on traditional landscape and genre subjects. Key works represented in collections include the iconic Haboku, Splashed Ink Landscape, and Returning Sails off a Distant Shore, from Eight Views of Xiao-Xiang, emphasizing the masterful use of atmospheric ink techniques. The repeated appearance of Birds and Flowers in the records also confirms the artist's sustained engagement with nature studies.

The historical significance and credibility of the artist’s output are underscored by the institutional collections holding these works, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. These museum-quality works, often available as high-quality prints, contribute to the artist’s lasting influence. Many of these historical compositions are now part of the public domain, allowing for greater research and appreciation of this significant period of artistic activity.