Untitled
The Met
Artist: Katsushika Isai(Japanese, 1821–1880)
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Folding fan; ink and color on paper, with mounting in ivory
Dimensions: H. 16 1/8 in. (41 cm); W. 29 1/2 in. (75 cm)
Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, in honor of Wen C. Fong, 2000
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A folding fan with a painted landscape of rolling hills, numerous trees, and small figures
Detailed Description
An open folding fan is presented against a black background, angled slightly downwards and to the right. The fan's paper surface is a light cream color, adorned with a detailed landscape painting. The scene features a series of rolling hills, rendered with soft washes of light blue, green, and brown, suggesting depth. Numerous trees, varying in size and shape, are depicted across these hills, with foliage in shades of dark green, yellowish-green, and brown. Distinct brushstrokes give the trees a textured appearance. Several small human figures are visible within the landscape. One small figure, dressed in blue, appears to walk up a path on a hill towards the left. Another small figure, also in blue, is positioned further right, appearing to be fishing or carrying an object. Other less distinct small figures are interspersed among the trees and hills. A small red mark, resembling a seal, is visible on the painted surface near the bottom right. Light brown wooden ribs fan out from a central pivot point at the bottom of the fan. The outermost ribs are thicker and decorated with a subtle pattern of small, dark shapes against a lighter background. Attached to the pivot point is a decorative element: a silver-colored bead and a light-colored, fluffy tassel hanging downwards.
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