Untitled
The Met
Artist: Shibata Zeshin(Japanese, 1807–1891)
Date: 19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Painting; ink and color on paper (tanzaku)
Dimensions: 14 x 2 5/8 in. (35.6 x 6.7 cm)
Credit Line: Funds from various donors, by exchange, 1956
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A tall robed figure with a staff stands above two kneeling figures on a scroll
Detailed Description
A vertical scroll painting depicts a tall, robed figure standing prominently in the upper half, facing slightly to the viewer's left. This figure wears a large, light gray hood that obscures their head and most of their face, with a small dark opening visible. Over a light gray undergarment, they wear a dark brown, flowing outer robe. In their right hand, they hold a tall staff topped with a decorative element resembling a stack of red and white segmented objects. A small, light-colored gourd or bottle hangs from their left hand. Their feet are visible, clad in light-colored footwear. Below and to the right of the tall figure, two smaller figures are depicted kneeling or sitting on the ground. The figure on the left wears a simple red garment. The figure on the right wears a dark red robe adorned with a pattern of white flowers, and their dark hair is visible. In the lower right corner, vertical black script is present, accompanied by a small red seal below it.
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