尾形光琳筆 松竹に鶴図屏風|Cranes, Pines, and Bamboo
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1708
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This painting shows two tall birds with red faces and long legs standing near rocky cliffs. Behind them, dark green pines and bamboo rise against a light background, with small red flowers scattered around. The sky above is soft and cloudy, blending into the scene. The artist used bold colors and simple shapes to make the birds and plants look strong and balanced. Notice how the birds face different directions—one looks calm, the other alert. Look up Ogata Kōrin next to see how he blended nature and design in his work.
