Cluster of Grapes c. early to mid 17th century

Editor: Here we have Kano Tan'yū's "Cluster of Grapes," ink on paper. It's so sparse, almost like a quick sketch. What do you see in terms of the artist's process? Curator: Notice the raw silk. The work isn't just *of* grapes, but *from* a specific materiality and labor. How does that labor, the production of the paper and ink, shape our understanding of the art? Editor: I hadn't considered the silk itself as part of the artistic statement. Curator: Exactly! It moves beyond representation, highlighting the means of production, reminding us of the economic and social realities intertwined with art creation. The grapes become secondary to the process. Editor: That's a really interesting perspective. Thanks!