Dimensions: painting proper: H. 97.8 x W. 30 cm (38 1/2 x 11 13/16 in.) mounting, inlcuding suspension core and roller ends: H. 181 x W. 36.3 cm (71 1/4 x 14 5/16 in.)
Copyright: CC0 1.0
Editor: Here we have an ink painting, "Crow and Heron," by an anonymous artist. It feels remarkably balanced for such a simple composition. What can you tell me about its historical context? Curator: Well, consider the public function of such hanging scrolls. They were often displayed in homes or temples, influencing viewers through subtle symbolism. What might a crow and heron together signify in that setting? Editor: Perhaps harmony, or a commentary on social hierarchy? Curator: Precisely. The artist uses imagery to address broader societal themes within a digestible visual narrative. Editor: That makes me appreciate the artist's thoughtful composition even more. Curator: Indeed; analyzing the artwork reveals its deeper societal meaning.
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