壺天聚樂圖|Merry Gatherings in the Magic Jar
The Met
Artist: Gong Kai|Unidentified artist(Chinese, 1222–after 1304)
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Handscroll; ink on paper
Dimensions: Image: 11 1/2 in. × 12 ft. 3 3/8 in. (29.2 × 374.4 cm)
Credit Line: From the Collection of A. W. Bahr, Purchase, Fletcher Fund, 1947
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Monochrome ink painting of figures, swirling clouds, a central dotted object, and sparse vegetation
Detailed Description
A horizontal monochrome ink painting on a light-toned ground depicts a scene with multiple figures, clouds, and sparse vegetation. On the far left, a figure with dark hair pulled back is seated or reclining on a cloud-like form. This figure wears a light-colored robe and appears to be looking towards a long, rectangular object, possibly a scroll or book, positioned in front of them. Below this figure, dark, swirling ink washes suggest clouds or mist, with hints of dark, spiky vegetation emerging from the lower edge. In the central area, a prominent, elongated, vertical object with a rounded top is depicted. It has a series of small, dark, circular dots running down its length. This object is surrounded by lighter ink washes, suggesting clouds. Above and to the right of this central object, a small, round-faced figure with dark hair is visible, seemingly emerging from the clouds. Further to the right, a cluster of several small, round-faced figures with dark hair are depicted amidst more swirling clouds and dark, spiky vegetation. These figures appear to be interacting or looking towards the center. The vegetation on the right side is more pronounced, with dark, hanging tendrils and spiky forms. The varying shades of gray and black ink create visual depth throughout the composition.
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