Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unidentified artist
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Dimensions: 74 1/4 x 37 1/2 in. (188.6 x 95.3 cm)
Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1948
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A tall, slender crane stands on one leg, looking skyward, against a muted, misty landscape
Detailed Description
The image is a vertical scroll painting, predominantly in shades of brown and dark gray/black ink. The central figure is a large, slender crane, positioned slightly to the right of the vertical center. The crane stands on its right leg, which is dark and detailed with scales or texture. Its left leg is bent, with the foot tucked under its body. The body of the crane is rendered in lighter ink washes, giving it a soft, feathery appearance. The tail feathers and wing tips are depicted with darker, more defined brushstrokes, creating a contrast. Its long neck curves upwards and to the left, culminating in a small head with a long, pointed beak that extends further upwards. The eye area is a small dark dot. The background is a wash of muted brown, suggesting a misty or atmospheric environment. In the lower left and center, faint, undulating lines and darker washes suggest a rocky or hilly landscape, possibly with water. Small, scattered dark dots in the lower left might indicate pebbles or distant foliage. The top and bottom edges of the scroll have a lighter brown border.
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