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Bird on Tree (Haha-chō)

Shūkō

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a bird perched on a tree branch. The bird has a black head, a light brown body with black markings on its wings and tail, and a small beak. The branch is bare, with some smaller twigs extending from it. The painting is done in shades of black, gray, and brown on a beige background. A gold frame surrounds the painting, featuring an intricate design. The frame has a textured, ornate pattern. The painting is long and narrow, resembling a scroll. It is set against a white wall.

Artwork Details

Medium
Hanging scroll; ink on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
358 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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