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Fish at play

Zhao Kexiong

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a painting titled "Fish at play" by Zhao Kexiong. The painting is a monochromatic piece with shades of brown. The painting shows several fish swimming. The fish are drawn with dark brown ink, some with their bodies curved and others more straight. The background of the painting is a solid brown color with some darker brown spots and lines, possibly representing water or seaweed. The painting is rectangular in shape and has a slightly aged appearance. The painting is set against a white background with a subtle pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
12th–late 13th century
Medium
Album leaf; ink and color on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 540 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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