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Examining the Hanging Picture

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a faded painting with a sepia tone. The painting depicts four people standing on a path. The person on the left is wearing a long robe with blue trim. To their right, a person holds up a large scroll. To their right, a person holds a long staff. The person on the far right sits. The people appear to be outdoors, with a tree branch visible. The painting appears to be on aged paper or silk with a crackled texture. The painting's tone is muted. The painting's style appears to be traditional. The subjects are dressed in traditional robes.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1650
Medium:
Album leaf; ink and color on silk
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
440 × 625 px
Museum record:
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