岩佐又兵衛筆 瀟湘八景図|Eight Views of Xiao and Xiang
The Met
Artist: Iwasa Matabei (Iwasa Matabē) 岩佐又兵衛(Japanese, 1578–1650)
Date: ca. 1640s
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Diptych of hanging scrolls; ink and color on paper
Dimensions: Image (each): 36 3/8 × 11 3/8 in. (92.4 × 28.9 cm) Overall with mounting (each): 69 1/2 × 16 1/4 in. (176.5 × 41.3 cm)
Credit Line: Mary and Cheney Cowles Collection, Gift of Mary and Cheney Cowles, 2022
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
Two vertical scroll paintings depict misty mountain landscapes, waterfalls, trees, a river, and a moon
Detailed Description
The image displays two vertical scroll paintings, presented side-by-side against a dark background. Each scroll is mounted with a light blue-green brocade fabric at the top and bottom, featuring a repeating pattern of stylized floral or cloud motifs. A narrower band of gold-colored fabric with a subtle pattern separates the brocade from the central painted area. Two vertical gold-colored strips run down the upper brocade section of each scroll, with small horizontal bars. The painted sections depict a continuous, misty mountain landscape. The left scroll features a tall, rugged mountain range on the left, partially obscured by mist. A waterfall cascades down the mountain's side into a body of water at the bottom. Scattered trees, some appearing snow-dusted, grow on the mountain slopes and along the water's edge. The water extends across the lower portion of the painting, with small landmasses or islands visible. The right scroll continues the landscape, showing more mountains and trees. A prominent, pale circular form, resembling a moon, is visible in the upper-middle section, partially veiled by mist. Trees, some with reddish-brown foliage, are clustered on the mountain slopes and along the water. The water in the foreground reflects the pale sky. The overall color palette of the painted sections is muted, primarily shades of brown, gray, and pale green, with areas of white mist. The mounting fabrics provide a contrast with their more vibrant blue-green and gold tones.
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