仏手柑図|Buddha’s Hand Citron (Busshukan)
The Met
Artist: Katsushika Hokusai(Japanese, Tokyo (Edo) 1760–1849 Tokyo (Edo))
Date: mid-19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Matted painting; ink and color on silk
Dimensions: 13 1/2 x 9 5/8 in. (34.3 x 24.4 cm)
Credit Line: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Three yellow, finger-like Buddha's hand fruits on a thorny branch against a muted grey background
Detailed Description
Three yellow, finger-like fruits rest on a thorny branch, set against a muted grey-green background. The fruits, resembling Buddha's hand citrons, are clustered towards the left and center of the composition. Each fruit is a vibrant yellow, with subtle orange and brown tones in the deep crevices between its numerous elongated, undulating segments. These segments radiate outwards, varying in length and thickness, creating a gnarled and textured appearance. The surfaces show delicate shading, enhancing their three-dimensional quality. A slender, gnarled brown branch extends diagonally from the upper left to the lower right, supporting the cluster of fruits. Several sharp, dark thorns protrude from the branch, particularly visible beneath the lower two fruits. The background is a plain, uniform grey-green, providing a soft contrast to the bright yellow of the fruits. In the lower right corner, a small, square-shaped red seal impression with indistinct characters is visible.
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