Artwork
Han Yige
Han Yige is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1506 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Technique & Style
Han Yige is a painting created in 1506 in China, executed on canvas as a painting. The work is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection and is housed there. It is classified as a painting created in 1506 in China, reflecting a formal composition and stylistic approach characteristic of its period.
History & Provenance
The painting Han Yige, dated to 1506, is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland. The work is cataloged under the inventory number 1915.111. It was created in China by an unknown artist. No specific exhibition history is recorded in the available sources.
Overview
Han Yige is a painted portrait depicting a formally attired male figure. He wears a green robe trimmed in red, a wide‑brimmed black hat, and a small embroidered square on his chest. The composition is set against an unadorned background, directing the viewer’s focus entirely onto the sitter.
Subject & Meaning
The sitter presents a solemn expression, with a neatly trimmed beard and mustache, suggesting a dignified or official role. The attire and insignia imply that he occupied a position of authority, though the painting does not specify his exact rank or function.
Artist & collection
