Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: 18th–19th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Ink, opaque and translucent watercolor on paper
Dimensions: Image (sight): 9 x 25 1/2 in. (22.9 x 64.8 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Subhash Kapoor, in memory of his parents, Smt Shashi Kanta and Shree Parshotam Ram Kapoor, 2008
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A horizontal drawing of human figures, animals, and elaborate foliage in a dense, continuous pattern
Detailed Description
The image displays a long, horizontal rectangular drawing rendered in monochrome, likely ink on light brown paper. The central panel is filled with a dense and intricate composition of intertwined human-like figures, various animals, and elaborate botanical motifs, with almost every space filled by detailed elements. On the far left, a winged, human-torsoed figure with a head emerges from a large, stylized flower, its arms outstretched. Moving right, the composition unfolds into a complex tangle of forms. Several human-like figures, some appearing cherubic and others more adult, are depicted in dynamic poses, often interacting with the surrounding elements. Some figures possess animalistic features or are presented in hybrid forms. Interspersed throughout the dense foliage are various animals, including what appear to be lions, deer, and other fantastical creatures. The botanical elements consist of large, curling leaves, numerous stylized flowers, and swirling tendrils that form a continuous, organic pattern across the entire length of the panel. The drawing is characterized by fine lines and subtle shading, which contribute to the texture and depth of the intricate design. The central decorated panel is enclosed by a thin border line, and the surrounding paper is a lighter, plain tone, showing minor signs of age and slight damage along its edges.
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