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Buddha’s Hand Citron (Busshukan)

Katsushika Hokusai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a citron with finger-like appendages on a branch, titled "Buddha's Hand Citron (Busshukan)" by Katsushika Hokusai. The citron has a light yellow to orange color with a bumpy texture, resembling fingers. The citron is attached to a brown branch with thorns and extends to the top left corner of the image. The background of the image is a muted greenish-gray color. A red seal or stamp is located in the bottom right corner. The image has a beige border around it. The overall composition focuses on the citron, with the branch and background providing context. The image appears to be a woodblock print. The citron's shape and color are the main visual elements. The image conveys a sense of simplicity and focus on the natural subject.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-19th century
Medium
Matted painting; ink and color on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 430 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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