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Ōtsu-e of Falcon on a Pine Tree

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical rectangular artwork with a gold border. A bird of prey with dark feathers on its body and wings, and white feathers on its chest. The bird has a white neck and head, with a yellow eye and black beak. The bird's talons are visible, with the left one gripping a branch. The background is tan with several dark brown pine tree branches. The artist's work is titled "Ōtsu-e of Falcon on a Pine Tree".

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
256 × 623 px
Museum record:
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