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Heron, Willow, and Peonies by a Stream (pair with 2003/1.394.1)

Hasegawa Settei

Artwork Details

Heron, Willow, and Peonies by a Stream (pair with 2003/1.394.1)
circa 1840-1882
Hasegawa Settei
ink and colors on gray-washed silk
42 9/16 x 15 in. (108 x 38.1 cm); ;
Gift of Helmut Stern
2003/1.394.2

Description

Subject Matter:

Peonies are a symbol of bravery and honor while the heron is a symbol of good luck. The heron is commonly found in many Japanese arts. The theme of flower and bird paintings is popular in Japanese art. 

Physical Description:

The subjects of this hanging scroll are as the title suggests, a heron, a willow, and peonies by a stream. The heron is flying in the upper half of the painting with the stream below it. The stream continues into the background into a hill. There is a leafless tree coming out of the water on the right obscuring a bunch of pink peonies. There is an inscription on the bottom right under the tree followed by a red seal. 

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