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群仙図屏風|Immortals, by Hasegawa Sakon 長谷川左近, ink, 1630

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Overview

群仙図屏風|Immortals is a 1630 ink by Hasegawa Sakon 長谷川左近, a Baroque work, depicting Tree, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Hasegawa Sakon 長谷川左近
When & what style?
1630 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows six panels of a folding screen. The panels are in black ink on a light brown background. There are three figures in the center, with one holding a basket and another holding a bow and arrow. On the right side, a figure sits on a rock under a tree. The left side has a few branches and grass. The painting is very detailed, with fine lines and shading. The artist used gold ink for the borders, which adds a touch of luxury. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. You might also enjoy exploring the works of Hasegawa Sakon, the artist behind this beautiful piece.

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