源氏物語図屏風|Fifty-Four Scenes from The Tale of Genji
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: late 17th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Pair of six-panel folding screens; ink, color, gold, and gold leaf on paper
Dimensions: Each: 66 15/16 in. × 12 ft. 5 3/16 in. (170 × 379 cm)
Credit Line: Mary Griggs Burke Collection, Gift of the Mary and Jackson Burke Foundation, 2015
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A panoramic painting shows numerous buildings, people, and activities in a golden landscape with green hills
Detailed Description
This wide, horizontal painting depicts a sprawling landscape filled with numerous buildings and a multitude of small figures engaged in various activities. The background is predominantly a shimmering gold, interspersed with areas of green and brown representing hills, ground, and foliage. The buildings feature dark brown, sloped roofs and light-colored walls, often with open interiors revealing scenes within. In the upper left, several buildings are nestled among green trees, with figures moving between them and visible inside. Below this, more structures are present, and at the bottom left, a white-canopied boat with several figures floats on a body of water. Towards the center, a large complex of buildings dominates, with courtyards and pathways bustling with activity. Figures are seen on foot, riding horses, and in ox-drawn carts. A prominent red, ornate cart, possibly pulled by oxen, is visible in the mid-right center, surrounded by many people. The right side of the painting continues this detailed scene, with more buildings and groups of people gathered in various settings. Some figures appear to be conversing or observing, while others are in motion. Green trees and shrubs are scattered throughout the golden landscape, providing visual breaks between the architectural elements and human activity. The overall composition presents a high-angle view, offering a comprehensive look at a lively, populated environment.
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