Object Type
Artist
Period
Materials
Creation Date
Dimensions
|
Object Type |
18th Century Japanese Scroll |
|---|---|---|
Artist |
Shohaku | |
Period |
Edo (18th century) | |
Materials |
Sumi on Paper (one of a pair) | |
Creation Date |
ca. 1770 | |
Dimensions |
127 cm. x 53.5 cm. (50 in. x 21 1/8 in.) |
Commentary |
These paintings are typical of Shohaku, and they describe famous legends which the Japanese readily imported from China. One figure always carried a scroll representing knowledge, and the other is always depicted with a broom which symbolizes his humility. - JDP |