Artwork

桜梅柳図屏風|Cherry, Plum and Willow Trees

桜梅柳図屏風|Cherry, Plum and Willow Trees, by Unknown, ink, 1616
桜梅柳図屏風|Cherry, Plum and Willow Trees, by Unknown, ink, 1616

桜梅柳図屏風|Cherry, Plum and Willow Trees is an ink painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1616 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. A six-panel folding screen depicts a serene landscape of flowering trees against a gold background.

About this work

Overview

A six-panel folding screen depicts a serene landscape of flowering trees against a gold background.

Subject & Meaning

The screen features bare trees with twisting branches, adorned with clusters of white and pink flowers, accompanied by birds in flight, set against misty hills.

Technique & Style

The artwork employs ink, color, gold, and gold leaf on paper, with the gold leaf background enhancing the colors and intricate details in the bark and flowers.

Context

The use of cross-hatching and other techniques creates texture and visual interest, demonstrating the artist's skill in building layered, detailed compositions.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known