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Egrets in a Lotus Pond

Yamamoto Baiitsu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A serene landscape painting on beige paper, titled "Egrets in a Lotus Pond" by Yamamoto Baiitsu, featuring numerous white egrets standing among numerous green lotus leaves on a pond's surface. The egrets are scattered throughout the pond, with some standing still and others flying. A few pink lotus flowers are visible among the leaves. In the background, a line of vegetation stretches across the top of the painting. To the left, a vertical line of black Japanese calligraphy and a small red square seal are visible. The overall scene depicts a peaceful and natural setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1852
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
271 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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