Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unidentified
Date: ca. 1800
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Ink and wash on J. Whatman paper watermarked 1798
Dimensions: Sheet (folded): 16 1/8 × 10 1/16 in. (41 × 25.5 cm) Sheet: 16 1/8 × 20 1/8 in. (41 × 51.1 cm)
Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 2021
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
An ornate architectural column with a stylized face, two standing figures, and intricate carvings
Detailed Description
An uncolored line drawing depicts an ornate architectural column, rendered in black ink on a light, untextured background. The column occupies the right half of the vertical composition, extending from the top to the bottom edge. At the very top, a large, stylized face with wide eyes, prominent fangs, and an elaborate open mouth is centrally positioned, flanked by decorative bands featuring smaller figures and architectural motifs. A curved, bracket-like element extends from the column's left side below this top section. The column shaft below is densely decorated with multiple horizontal bands and vertical panels. These sections display a variety of intricate patterns, including floral designs, geometric shapes, and small animal figures, such as a peacock visible on the right side of the upper shaft. Towards the lower half of the column, two prominent standing figures are depicted. On the left, a male figure stands on a decorated pedestal. He wears an elaborate, multi-tiered headdress, intricate jewelry, and detailed clothing. His visible hands appear to hold objects, and his posture is upright. To his right, a female figure stands on a similar pedestal. She has her hair pulled back and holds an object, possibly a flower or fan, in her hands. She also wears jewelry and a draped garment. The base of the column features further architectural elements and small, framed decorative panels.
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