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Peonies and Iris

Kubo Shunman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A painting of peonies and iris. Large white peony flowers with green leaves and pink and purple centers are present. One peony bud is closed. Stems with green leaves and brown seed pods are on the right. Japanese writing in black and a red seal are on the right side. The background is beige.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Part of an album of woodblock prints (surimono); ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
559 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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