Chinese Poems and Calligraphy 1779

"Chinese Poems and Calligraphy" is a six-panel screen by the Japanese artist Mitsui Shinna, dated 1779. The screen is comprised of elegant black ink calligraphy on a light cream background, showcasing traditional Chinese poems. The piece is an excellent example of Japanese calligraphic art, known for its expressiveness and delicate brushwork, which was admired by both Japanese and Western audiences. The screen is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.