Untitled
The Met
Artist: Kano Yasunobu(Japanese, 1614–1685)
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Six-panel screen; ink, color, and gold on gilded paper
Dimensions: Image: 69 3/8 in. × 12 ft. 2 3/8 in. (176.2 × 371.8 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of James L. Greenfield, in memory of Margaret Greenfield, 2000
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
Multi-panel artwork showing human-like and monstrous figures on a gold background with architectural elements
Detailed Description
The artwork is a horizontal, multi-panel composition on a shimmering gold background. The scene is populated by numerous figures, varying in size and appearance. On the far left, a large, diagonally striped canopy in red, black, and white patterns extends from the top left corner. Beneath it, several small, dark-robed figures are seated or standing in a room-like setting. Below the canopy, two large, ornate structures stand. The left structure is taller, featuring a tiered white and gold base topped with a large, flame-shaped golden ornament with intricate patterns and a central dark spiral. To its right, a similar but slightly smaller structure is visible. Faint, vertical text is visible in the upper left corner of the leftmost panel. In the lower left, a group of five figures in dark robes and white headwear are seated or kneeling, holding white fans. Above them, and extending rightwards, are several figures with green, scaly bodies and long, serpentine tails. One red figure with a long red ribbon trails behind it. The central and right panels are densely filled with figures in dynamic poses. Many are human-like, dressed in brown, white, or black robes, often with elaborate headwear or helmets, and some carry staffs or spears. Other figures have exaggerated features, animalistic bodies, or vibrant colors like red and green. These figures are depicted in various dynamic poses, appearing to dance, march, or interact. For example, in the upper central area, several figures in red and white costumes appear to be dancing or flying. Below them, a group of figures in brown robes are depicted. Towards the far right, more groups of figures, some with white and green patterns, and others with red and white, are visible. The figures are rendered with distinct outlines and flat areas of color, forming a crowded scene against the shimmering gold background.
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