Scenes from the Tale of Genji

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows two sections of a folding screen, each comprising six panels. The artwork, titled "Scenes from the Tale of Genji" by an unknown artist, depicts a Japanese landscape with rolling hills, trees, and buildings. The top section features a large tree with sparse foliage on the left and a body of water on the right. Several people in traditional Japanese clothing are scattered throughout the scene. A building with a tiled roof is visible on the right side. The bottom section has a similar composition, with a large tree in the center and people in traditional clothing. A building with a tiled roof is on the left side, and another building is on the right. The background of both sections is a gold color. The overall scene appears to be a serene and idyllic representation of Japanese culture and architecture.