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: 8 x 5 in. (20.3 x 12.7 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of F. Tikotin, 1937
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A monochrome sketch on light paper featuring six loosely drawn figures, mostly seated, some holding objects
Detailed Description
The image is a monochrome sketch on light-toned paper, featuring six loosely drawn figures rendered in dark lines. The figures are arranged in three horizontal rows, with two figures in each row, against a plain background. The drawing style is gestural, with minimal detail, focusing on posture and general form. In the top left, a seated figure faces right, appearing to hold an object in their lap, with several rectangular shapes around them. To their right, another seated figure faces left, depicted in profile with a prominent beard and a cap, holding a small cup to their mouth. The middle row begins on the left with a figure seated, facing right, looking downwards. They are positioned next to a series of short, vertical, dark lines. To their right, a figure is seated, facing left, holding a small cup in their right hand and looking upwards. This figure has a round head and a simple cap. In the bottom left, a figure is seated, facing right, with their head bowed and hands clasped in front of them. They wear a simple robe. To their right, a figure is seated with their back to the viewer, facing left. Next to this figure, on the ground, are two stacked rectangular shapes, possibly books.
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