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The Met

Artist: Katsushika Hokusai(Japanese, Tokyo (Edo) 1760–1849 Tokyo (Edo))

Date: 18th–19th century

Department: Asian Art

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Ink on paper

Dimensions: 12 15/16 x 9 1/2 in. (32.9 x 24.1 cm)

Credit Line: Gift of Annette Young, in memory of her brother, Innis Young, 1956

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A small, muscular, bald figure crouches on the head of a larger, robed, open-mouthed, bearded figure

Detailed Description

This black ink drawing on light-toned paper depicts two figures in a dynamic, vertical composition. A smaller, bald, and muscular figure is positioned at the top, crouching with bent knees and elbows, its hands placed on the head of the larger figure below. This upper figure has a scowling or intense expression, with visible facial features and a stout build. The lower, larger figure is depicted with an exaggerated, open-mouthed expression, showing teeth and a wide tongue. This figure has a beard and is adorned in voluminous, flowing robes with many folds and some decorative elements, possibly tassels, on its left side. Its left leg is bent and raised, with the foot pointing upwards, while its right arm extends to the right, holding a small, key-like object with a pointed end. The overall drawing is characterized by strong, fluid ink lines that define the forms and drapery, with minimal shading.

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