Artwork
Japanese Drawing
Japanese Drawing is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1816 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This Japanese drawing is a traditional painting featuring a formally attired figure.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a man in traditional Japanese clothing, seated in a formal pose with a neutral expression, conveying serenity and elegance. He wears a distinctive red and black hat and holds a long green object.
Technique & Style
The painting features a light yellow background and the subject is dressed in a white robe with a black collar and red sash, showcasing traditional Japanese attire. The use of color and composition creates a sense of calm.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
