Accession Number1982/2.7.9
TitleAlbum of 11 Sketches ( collaborative work by multiple artists): hauling a boat
Artist(s)JapaneseArtist NationalityJapanese (culture or style)Object Creation Datecirca 1923Medium & Supportalbum leaf, ink and light color on paperDimensions 10 5/8 in x 14 1/16 in (27 cm x 35.8 cm);10 5/8 in x 7 1/16 in x 11/16 in (27 cm x 18 cm x 1.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. J. Robert WillsonSubject matterThe two figures, according to the title, are hauling a boat suggesting they are fishermen. The quickness of the brushstrokes for the rope suggests their tautness.
Physical DescriptionThis is a sketch of two people pulling a string. The two figures are wearing hats, black shirts, and white pants. Tied to their bodies is are strings that suggest that they are pulling something. In the bottom left is a part of a bamboo tree and on the top right is an inscription. The inscription is written in black and red ink. The painting uses colors of black, green, brown/tan, and a hint of blue.
Primary Object Classification Unbound Work Primary Object TypeleafAdditional Object Classification(s)PaintingCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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Keywords
Figures
album leaf
bamboo
sketches