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Kara kan shōbu no zu|Two Chinese Scholars Practicing Calligraphy in Their Studio

Unknown

1840

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Flower

Dominant colour

Kara kan shōbu no zu|Two Chinese Scholars Practicing Calligraphy in Their Studio is a 1840 ink by Unknown, a Romanticism work, depicting Flower, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1840 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This image depicts two men sitting at a desk, engaged in the art of calligraphy. The man on the right is dressed in a blue robe with a white pattern, while the man on the left wears a black robe with a white pattern. Both men are adorned with red hats and have beards. The room is furnished with a desk, chair, and bookshelf, creating a cozy atmosphere. A painting of a lotus flower hangs on the wall behind the men, adding a touch of elegance to the scene. The attention to detail in this woodblock print is noteworthy, particularly in the intricate patterns on the men's robes. For more information on this style of art, explore the Romanticism movement.