Untitled
The Met
Artist: Shibata Zeshin(Japanese, 1807–1891)
Date: 19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink on silk
Dimensions: 41 1/4 x 11 1/2 in. (104.8 x 29.2 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Edward M. Bratter, 1957
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A dark fish swims upward on a light brown scroll, with faint ink washes showing water and mist
Detailed Description
This vertical scroll features a dark, fish-like creature rendered in ink on a light brown paper background. The fish is positioned in the lower right quadrant, oriented to swim upwards and slightly to the left. Its body is depicted with varying shades of dark gray and black ink, showing distinct scales and fins. Below the fish, faint, swirling lines of light gray ink suggest water movement. Above the fish, extending vertically towards the top of the scroll, is a very subtle, almost transparent streak of lighter ink, possibly representing mist or a waterfall. In the lower right corner, beneath the fish, there is a small, dark inscription and a circular red seal. The central artwork is bordered by a narrow, light brown frame, which is then enclosed by wider, dark brown bands at the very top and bottom of the scroll.
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