Artwork
The Tale of Genji
The Tale of Genji is an unspecified painting by the Joseon dynasty painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1649 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
The Tale of Genji is a narrative painting based on a classic Japanese novel of the same name, written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates scenes from the novel, which follows the life and romantic exploits of Prince Genji, exploring themes of love, social class, and the transience of life.
Technique & Style
Executed in a traditional Japanese style, the painting likely features delicate brushwork and water-based pigments on paper or silk, characteristic of the yamato-e genre.
Artist & collection
The Tale of Genji
Scenes from the Tale of Genji
Scenes from the Tale of Genji
Scenes from the Tale of Genji
Scenes from the Tale of Genji
The Tale of Genji
Scene from "The Tale of Genji": from the chapter "The Maiden"
Scenes from the Tale of Genji
Tale of Genji Screen (Genji monogatari zu shikishi harimaze byōbu)
The Tale of Genji