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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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