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Two Pheasants on a Rock

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two pheasants on a rock, by Maruyama Okyo. This painting depicts two green and blue pheasants. One pheasant has a large raised tail. They are standing on or near a large rock formation covered with moss. There are plants growing on and around the rock. In the background, there is a body of water and a hazy landscape. The painting is on a beige background.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk and metal thread tapestry (kesi) with ink and color
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
398 × 625 px
Museum record:
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