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Monkey and Bee

Hokusai School

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white drawing of a monkey sitting on its haunches. The monkey has dark fur on its head and back. Its arms and legs are covered in lighter fur. The monkey's right hand holds a bee near its nose. The monkey's left arm is bent and rests on its left knee. The background of the drawing is light gray with darker gray smudges.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Unmounted painting; ink and watercolor on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 467 px
Public Domain
Yes
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