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Crane in a bamboo grove

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown background with darker brown border around the edges. A white bird with black tailfeathers and a black neck. The bird has a red spot on top of its head. The bird's beak is long and pointed. The bird is standing on one leg. There are some green plants in the background. A few rocks are visible at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
14th–early 15th century
Medium:
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
423 × 625 px
Museum record:
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