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Scholar in a Lakeside Pavilion

Samoje

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white painting of a lakeside scene. A small pavilion or house with a tiled roof sits on the shore. A second house sits up a hill behind the first. Trees line the shore and sit on the hills. There are mountains in the background. The painting includes calligraphy and a seal.

Artwork details

Date:
late 18th century
Medium:
Framed painting; ink and color on hemp or ramie
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
377 × 625 px
Museum record:
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