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Inscription on the anonymous painting of Chen Puxie, by Ikkyū Sōjun, unspecified, 1492

Inscription on the anonymous painting of Chen Puxie

Ikkyū Sōjun

1492

unspecified

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Inscription on the anonymous painting of Chen Puxie is a 1492 unspecified by Ikkyū Sōjun, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Ikkyū Sōjun
When & what style?
1492
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting is a beautiful piece of art that features a man sitting on the ground with his legs crossed. He is wearing a traditional Japanese robe and has a gentle expression on his face. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color that complements the man's clothing. One interesting detail about this painting is the way the artist has used subtle shading to create depth and dimension. The man's face and clothing are rendered in delicate, nuanced strokes that give the impression of texture and volume. If you're interested in learning more about Japanese art, you might want to check out the work of artist Ikkyū Sōjun.

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