Tanomura Chokunyū (田能村直入)

Tanomura Chokunyū (田能村直入) was an artist whose active period spanned the long stretch between 1800 and 1903. This extensive record of activity underscores the artist's longevity and influence within the 19th-century art landscape.

The artist’s documented output features both paintings and literary works. Three paintings, one book, and one other item are currently represented in major museum collections. These works establish Tanomura Chokunyū (田能村直入)'s focus on landscape subjects, often executed with meticulous detail.

Significant examples of Tanomura Chokunyū (田能村直入) paintings held in institutions include Spring Sunrise at Mount Penglai and White Clouds and Crimson Trees. The artist is also represented by the composite work Album of Marvelous Landscapes (Kikanchō), which is preserved alongside the publication Chokunyū juen zuroku. These holdings confirm the artist’s institutional relevance, as documented works are maintained within the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Due to the age of these surviving pieces, many are now considered public domain, making high-quality prints and downloadable artwork accessible for both research and exhibition purposes.