Drawings and Poems by Various Artists 1804 - 1824

This hanging scroll, created by the Japanese artist Shokusanjin (Ōta Nanpo) between 1804 and 1824, features a collection of drawings and poems. The work, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artist's talent for capturing the beauty of nature through delicate brushstrokes. The scroll is filled with various scenes, including a majestic mountain, a lone pine tree, and a variety of birds and insects. The calligraphy, executed in elegant strokes, enhances the visual appeal of the artwork, offering a glimpse into Shokusanjin's artistic mastery and the cultural context of his time.