Untitled
The Met
Artist: Mori Sosen(Japanese, 1747–1821)
Date: style of 18th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Dimensions: 40 1/2 x 13 3/4 in. (102.9 x 34.9 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Katherine S. Dreier, 1952
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A black and white ink wash painting of a monkey seated on a dark, jagged rock
Detailed Description
This vertical, black and white ink wash scroll painting depicts a monkey perched on a prominent rock formation, rendered with varying shades of gray. The monkey, positioned slightly above the lower center, faces towards the left side of the composition. Its body is depicted with soft, graduated washes, appearing lighter on its torso and darker on its head and limbs, suggesting fur. The monkey's face is detailed with darker lines, showing a round head, distinct eyes, and a slightly downturned mouth. Its right arm is bent, resting on its lap or the rock, while its left arm is less distinct, blending into its body. Below and to the right of the monkey, a rugged, dark rock formation dominates the lower portion of the painting. This rock is rendered with bolder, darker ink strokes and washes, creating a textured, jagged appearance with sharp edges and some spiky protrusions, possibly sparse vegetation. The rock extends from the lower right corner, providing a solid base for the monkey. The upper and left areas of the painting are largely empty, filled with very light, almost imperceptible washes, creating a sense of open space or mist around the central figures.
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