Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unidentified artist|Gong Kai
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Handscroll; black and white on paper
Dimensions: H. 12 1/2 in. (31.8 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1918
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Monochrome ink drawing of men in robes, some seated at a table with scrolls, others standing
Detailed Description
This horizontal, monochrome ink drawing depicts a gathering of numerous men, rendered in shades of black and gray on a light, uncolored background. The composition is divided into two main groups of figures, separated by a more open central space. On the left, a cluster of approximately seven men is arranged around a low, rectangular table. Two men are seated on the floor, one to the left and one to the right of the table, both facing inward. The man on the left has his left leg bent and right leg extended, while the man on the right has both legs bent. Several other men stand behind and around the table, leaning in and looking down at its surface. Some figures have long beards. Objects resembling scrolls or papers are laid out on the table, and one seated man holds a brush. A partially visible figure stands at the far left edge. The central section features a few standing figures, some holding long, thin objects that resemble staffs. The background in this area is a lighter gray wash, with small, dark, irregular marks scattered across the upper portion. To the right, a second group of about five men stands closely together, facing each other. They are dressed in long robes and various types of hats, and several have prominent beards. Their faces show distinct expressions. The background on the far right is darker and more textured, with vertical brushstrokes suggesting a rocky or mountainous landscape. A small, red, square seal impression is visible in the upper right corner. The drawing employs fluid lines for the figures and softer washes for the background elements.
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