Untitled
The Met
Artist: Katsushika Hokusai(Japanese, Tokyo (Edo) 1760–1849 Tokyo (Edo))
Date: 18th–19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Unmounted painting; ink on paper
Dimensions: 10 3/4 x 6 7/8 in. (27.3 x 17.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Annette Young, in memory of her brother, Innis Young, 1956
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A tall bamboo stalk with sparse leaves, rendered in dark ink against a light background
Detailed Description
A vertical image depicts a single bamboo stalk with leaves against a light, unadorned background. The bamboo stalk, rendered in varying shades of dark gray and black ink, extends from the bottom edge of the frame upwards, positioned slightly to the left of the vertical center. Its surface exhibits textured brushstrokes, with lighter areas suggesting highlights or less ink application, giving it a somewhat mottled appearance. Distinct dark horizontal bands mark the nodes of the bamboo stalk, appearing at regular intervals along its length. From these nodes, slender branches emerge, bearing sparse, elongated leaves. The leaves are depicted with swift, dark brushstrokes; some appear as solid black shapes, while others show a feathery texture. The majority of the leaves extend towards the right side of the composition, while a few are visible on the left. The background is a uniform light off-white. A faint, irregular light gray smudge is visible in the upper right quadrant of the background.
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