Untitled
The Met
Artist: Kawanabe Kyōsai 河鍋暁斎(Japanese, 1831–1889)
Date: late 19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Ink on paper
Dimensions: 6 x 10 1/4 in. (15.2 x 26 cm)
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1937
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Three figures in expressive line drawings, wearing robes and headpieces, in active poses
Detailed Description
A monochrome line drawing on a light, aged paper depicts three figures in active poses, arranged horizontally across the center. The figures are rendered with expressive black lines, emphasizing movement and the drapery of their clothing. The background is a plain, light beige color, with some faint smudges and discoloration visible on the paper.The leftmost figure is shown in profile, facing right and looking upwards. A large, rounded object, possibly a sack or a large hat, is visible on their back. Their arms are raised with open hands, and their legs are bent, indicating an active pose. They wear loose-fitting, striped garments.The central figure is also in an active pose, leaning forward and looking upwards and to the left. They wear a pointed headpiece from which a thin, stick-like object extends upwards. Their arms are extended, with one hand holding a small, indistinct object. Their clothing appears to be a flowing robe, and their legs are bent. Below this figure, faint, illegible inscriptions are visible.The rightmost figure is depicted facing left, with a shaved head and a small topknot. They hold an open fan in their left hand. Their body is angled, and their legs are bent. They wear a robe with wide sleeves and a sash. In the upper right corner of the drawing, a small, rectangular red seal is present. Additional faint inscriptions are visible near the right edge of the paper.
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