武蔵野図屏風|The Plains of Musashi
1650
ink
panel
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
武蔵野図屏風|The Plains of Musashi is a 1650 ink by Unknown, a Baroque work, depicting Moon, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This six-panel folding screen painting, titled "The Plains of Musashi," presents a serene landscape. The left panel features a dark, circular shape, possibly a moon or hill, surrounded by grasses and plants. The remaining panels depict a grassy field with a few plants and a cloudy sky. The screen is painted with ink, color, gold, and silver on paper, with a gold leaf background. A closer look reveals a few birds flying in the sky, adding a sense of movement to the otherwise still scene. The use of gold and silver gives the painting a sense of luxury and depth. The Baroque movement is known for its dramatic use of light and shadow, which is evident in this painting. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.
