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Flowers

Lü Jingfu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a painting titled "Flowers" by Lü Jingfu. The painting features a cluster of flowers with green stems and leaves, set against a brown background. The flowers have large round tops, some are pink with white tips, others are yellow. There are several insects flying around the flowers, including butterflies and dragonflies. The insects are depicted in shades of yellow and brown. The brown background has visible signs of aging, with scratches and marks throughout. The flowers and insects are painted in a traditional style, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The overall effect is one of delicate beauty and serenity. The painting's color palette is muted, with earthy tones dominating the scene. The composition is simple, with the flowers and insects arranged in a loose, organic manner.

Artwork details

Date:
14th century
Medium:
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
333 × 623 px
Museum record:
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