Untitled
The Met
Artist: Kano Shōun(1637–1702)
Date: 17th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Unmounted shikisi leaf; ink and color on silk
Dimensions: 7 1/4 × 6 1/2 in. (18.4 × 16.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Estate of Samuel Isham, 1914
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A reclining figure in layered, patterned robes with long black hair on a plain background
Detailed Description
The artwork depicts a reclining figure, primarily composed of layered garments, against a plain, light tan background. The figure is positioned in the lower half of the vertical composition, angled slightly from the lower-left to the upper-right. The head, indicated by a mass of long, dark black hair, is towards the upper center of the figure, with the face not visible. The body is enveloped in multiple, voluminous layers of robes. The most prominent layer is a vibrant blue garment adorned with repeating gold patterns, which appear to be stylized butterflies or flowers. Beneath and around this blue layer are extensive folds of fabric in various colors. A significant portion is a rich red, some sections of which feature a pattern of small green leaves and white or pink flowers. Other layers include stark white fabric, some with thin red stripes, and sections of solid black fabric. The arrangement of the robes creates a sense of depth and volume, with the fabrics cascading and overlapping. In the lower left corner, partially obscured by the robes, is a small, rectangular red seal with black characters. The background is a uniform, light tan or beige color, showing some subtle discoloration and faint speckles consistent with age.
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