A Long Tale for an Autumn Night (Aki no yo nagamonogatari)
The image depicts a traditional Japanese artwork titled "A Long Tale for an Autumn Night". The artwork shows a dynamic scene with multiple samurai warriors in motion. The warriors are dressed in traditional samurai armor and are armed with swords and bows. The armor is predominantly red and white, with black accents. Some warriors wear distinctive red capes or haori jackets. The warriors are positioned in a diagonal line, with some appearing to run or jump. One warrior on the right side of the image is holding a bow and appears to be in the process of firing an arrow. The background of the artwork is a muted beige color with visible signs of aging, including cracks and discoloration. The overall composition suggests a scene of battle or intense action, capturing a moment from a long narrative.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1400
- Medium:
- Handscroll 2 from a set of 3; ink, color, and gold on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 392 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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