風流踊図 屏風|Festive Dancing at a Samurai Residence (Fūryū odori zu byōbu)
The Met
Artist: Unidentified artist
Date: ca. 1660
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Four-panel folding screen; ink and color on paper
Dimensions: 19 13/16 × 70 7/8 in. (50.4 × 180 cm)
Credit Line: Mary and Cheney Cowles Collection, Gift of Mary and Cheney Cowles, 2018
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Multi-panel screen with a procession of figures, buildings, and a large tree on a gold background
Detailed Description
This horizontal, multi-panel screen painting features a scene set against a gold background. The composition is divided into distinct areas by architectural elements and a large group of figures. On the far left, a multi-story building with dark brown walls and a roof is depicted in cross-section, revealing interior spaces. A red floor or rug is visible on the lower level, where several figures are seated or standing. A dark brown staircase ascends towards the upper left. The central panels are dominated by a large, dense group of approximately thirty to forty figures. They are depicted in various active poses, appearing to be in a procession. Their garments are colorful, featuring shades of red, white, black, blue, green, and brown, often with intricate patterns. Some figures hold objects such as fans, drums, or flutes. Their faces are stylized, and their bodies are rendered with fluid lines. On the far right, another building with dark brown walls and a roof is partially visible. A large, dark green pine tree with gnarled, horizontal branches extends from behind the building, its foliage appearing as dark, cloud-like masses. Several figures are positioned near this building, one appearing to walk away from it, another standing closer to its entrance. A faint wisp of smoke or mist rises from behind the building. The entire scene is framed by a dark brown border with a repeating geometric pattern in green and gold. The gold background has a textured appearance, suggesting the use of gold leaf.
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