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Iconographic Drawing of Saturn

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts an iconographic drawing titled "Saturn" by an unspecified artist. The drawing is in black ink on a beige background. The figure of Saturn is drawn with long hair and a beard, wearing a patterned robe and sandals. Saturn holds a scythe-like object with a curved blade in one hand and a staff with a flame-like object at the top in the other. The figure is positioned dynamically, with clothing and hair blowing to the left. The drawing is surrounded by a brown border with a decorative inner edge. The figure's facial expression appears fierce, with furrowed brows and an open mouth. The robe has a mix of geometric and floral patterns. The overall style suggests traditional or ancient iconography.

Artwork details

Date:
12th century
Medium:
Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
357 × 624 px
Museum record:
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