

The image depicts a serene scene with a person playing a zither while a crane stands beside them. The person sits on a rocky outcropping, dressed in traditional clothing, and holds the zither on their lap. The crane stands to the right of the person. In the background, a large tree with green leaves towers above a building with a tiled roof and a bridge connecting it to another structure. The scene is set against a light brown background with a beige border around the artwork. The artwork also features several red stamps or seals in the corners and along the edges. The overall atmosphere suggests a peaceful and natural setting, possibly a garden or a park. The image is a traditional-style painting. The title of the artwork is "Playing the zither for a crane".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 16th century
- Medium
- Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 377 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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