Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Islands
Framed artwork depicting a serene scene. The artwork shows a blue body of water with gentle waves and ripples. In the background, there are small islands or mounds with pink and white tops. The islands are adorned with colorful plants and trees featuring orange, pink, purple, and green leaves. Several clusters of flowers with orange, pink, and white petals float on the water's surface. Similar flowers and foliage are visible at the bottom of the artwork. The artwork is surrounded by a thick white border and a dark brown frame. The overall style suggests a traditional Japanese design, likely a piece from a robe called "Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Islands". The artist of the piece is not visually identifiable from the image.
Artwork Details
- Date
- second half of the 18th century
- Medium
- Paste-resist dyed and painted silk crepe embroidered with silk and metallic thread
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 324 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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