Untitled
The Met
Artist: Chōbunsai Eishi(Japanese, 1756–1829)
Date: 18th–19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
Dimensions: 36 1/2 x 15 3/4 in. (92.7 x 40 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Edward M. Bratter, 1957
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Two robed figures, one holding a branch, stand before a flowering tree on a brown ground
Detailed Description
The artwork is a vertical painting on a light brown background, depicting two figures in elaborate robes, positioned slightly right of center. The taller figure stands in front, facing left, with her head turned slightly to the left. She wears a long, flowing outer robe in a muted brown or tan color, trimmed with a vibrant red border along the bottom and down the front opening. A wide, patterned sash or sleeve in shades of green and blue with red tassels hangs from her left side. Beneath the outer robe, a lighter-colored garment is visible. Her dark hair is styled upwards, adorned with prominent red and gold ornaments that resemble a fan or leaves. She holds a long, slender, dark object, possibly a branch, extending upwards from her right hand. Behind and to the right of the taller figure, a second, shorter figure is partially visible, facing right with her head slightly bowed. She wears a rich red robe with a white collar, decorated with subtle patterns. Her dark hair is also styled upwards, adorned with intricate silver or white ornaments. In the upper right quadrant of the painting, a branch with delicate white blossoms extends downwards. Faint, lighter patterns are scattered across the brown background, particularly around the figures' lower robes. Small, vertical script is visible in the lower right corner of the painting.
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