Immortal Poet 17th century

"Immortal Poet" is a 17th-century portrait by Kano Shōun, a renowned Japanese artist. This small-scale painting depicts a seated figure, likely a poet or scholar, with a serene expression and elegant attire. The simple composition and minimalist background characteristic of Kano school aesthetics. The artwork is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Shōun's meticulous brushwork and subtle use of color give the work a delicate and refined quality.