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One Hundred Cranes, by Unknown, unspecified, 1726

One Hundred Cranes

Unknown

1726

unspecified

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago

Dominant colour

Overview

One Hundred Cranes is a 1726 unspecified by Unknown, held at Art Institute of Chicago.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1726
Where can I see it?
Art Institute of Chicago

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with many cranes flying or standing in a rocky, mountainous area. There are trees and bushes, and a few small ponds or streams. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. One interesting detail is the way the artist has used different shades of gray to create a sense of depth and texture in the rocks and trees. This gives the painting a sense of realism and makes the cranes stand out against the background.

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