Artwork
Inscription on the anonymous painting of Chen Puxie

Inscription on the anonymous painting of Chen Puxie is an unspecified painting by Ikkyū Sōjun. It dates from 1492 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Inscription on the anonymous painting of Chen Puxie is a 1492 work by Ikkyū Sōjun, housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a figure seated cross-legged, wearing traditional Japanese attire, with a serene expression. The soft, muted background harmonizes with the subject's clothing.
Technique & Style
The artist employed subtle shading to achieve depth and dimensionality, using delicate strokes to convey texture and volume in the figure's face and clothing.
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