The image depicts a monochromatic artwork titled "Weighing Books" by Guo Xu. The artwork features two people standing under a tree. The person on the right is wearing a hat and a long robe. The person on the right is holding a long pole with a basket or scale on it. The person on the left is wearing a robe and a head covering. The background has a tree with branches and a building or structure. The artwork has a beige border around it. The color scheme is shades of brown. The image is a drawing or painting on paper.
Artwork details
- Date:
- early 16th century
- Medium:
- Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
- Culture:
- China
- Dimensions:
- 425 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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