南宋 佚名 竹梅小禽圖 團扇|Sparrows, plum blossoms, and bamboo

Unidentified artist

late 12th century · Fan mounted as an album leaf; ink and color on silk · Asian Art

南宋 佚名 竹梅小禽圖 團扇|Sparrows, plum blossoms, and bamboo — Unidentified artist

The appeal of Southern Song academic flower and bird painting, exemplified here, derives from careful realism; studied, selective presentation; and genuine affection lavished upon the small and colorful things of the garden.

Artist
Unidentified artist
Date
late 12th century
Medium
Fan mounted as an album leaf; ink and color on silk
Culture
China
Department
Asian Art
Credit line
Bequest of Mary Clark Thompson, 1923

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