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Sharing artworks from Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art department. Not associated with the Brooklyn Museum.
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Frog at the Edge of a Pond https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/173715
"Frog at the Edge of a Pond" epitomizes the delicate interplay between nature and art in Japanese scroll painting, which often features serene landscapes complemented by intricate details of flora and fauna. This work, part of the Brooklyn Museum's 'Asian Art' collection, captures a tranquil scene bordered by lush vegetation, emphasizing the harmony within natural environments commonly portrayed in traditional East Asian art.
December 2, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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Actors Nakamura Tomijūrō I and Nakamura Shichisaburō II as Agemaki and Sukeroku https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/60994
This artwork depicts the famous Kabuki actors Nakamura Tomijūrō I and Nakamura Shichisaburō II in the roles of Agemaki and Sukeroku, characterized by intricate costumes and traditional parasols. The piece highlights the vibrant Edo period theatre culture, capturing the essence of 18th-century Japanese performance art.
December 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Amorous Couple https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/104479
The artwork "Amorous Couple" is an example of Shunga, a genre of Japanese erotic art, capturing intimate and sensual relationships with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. Originating from the Edo period, such works were celebrated for their artistic skill and ability to provide a glimpse into the private lives of individuals in historical Japan.
December 2, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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Basho's Hermitage and Camellia Hill on the Kanda Aqueduct at Sekiguchi, No. 40 in One Hundred Famous Views of Edo https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/121654
A view of the Kanda Aqueduct, the oldest of Edo's water-supply canals built early in the Tokugawa period; it draws its water from Inokashira Pond (see print 87 of the series). A short distance downstream, a large dam gave the area the name of Sekiguchi ("mouth of the dam"). The Kanda Aqueduct continued on its course into underground pipes, supplying the daimyo mansions east of Edo Castle and much of the downtown commoners' area. On the right on the hillside was the Suijinsha Shrine, (a shrine to the water god, protector of the Kanda Aqueduct), below, midway up the hill is the Rygean, hermitage of a nearby Zen Buddhist temple. The slopes surrounding the hermitage were covered with camellias, although Hiroshige depicts only cherry blossoms, and it was known as "Camellia Hill." (Today this site is the large banquet restaurant, Chinzanso). Sometime in the late Edo period, the Ryugean came to be known as "Basho's Hermitage," after a famous haiku poet who lived briefly in this area in the 1670's while in the service of a daimyo who was repairing the Kanda Aqueduct. In the early 18th century some disciples of Basho set up a memorial to the poet and sometime later the Basho Hall (Bashodo) was built nearby. The memorial and Basho Hall survive, although closed to the public, just outside the Chinzanso gardens.
December 2, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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Box https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/109055
This intricately designed box, part of the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection, showcases exquisite craftsmanship with detailed inlays of mother-of-pearl and lacquer. Its decorative motifs often reflect symbolic themes from East Asian culture, blending functionality with artistic elegance.
December 1, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Head with Serpent Crown https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/103892
The "Head with Serpent Crown" is an intricately carved sculpture from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection, featuring a serene-faced deity adorned with a crown of intertwining snakes, highlighting the symbolic association with protection and immortality. This piece reflects the artistic finesse and spiritual symbolism prevalent in ancient Asian art traditions.
December 1, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Hook with Loop https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/110013
This bronze artifact, titled "Hook with Loop," features intricate designs that highlight the skill and artistry of ancient craftsmen from the Asian region. Likely used as a functional decorative piece, its patina suggests significant age, aligning with the historical artifacts in the Brooklyn Museum's collection of Asian art.
December 1, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Chinese Mythical Lions https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/11878
This artwork depicts a stylized Chinese mythical lion, often known as a guardian lion or "shishi," which traditionally symbolizes protection and strength in Chinese culture. The intricate detailing of its muscular form and curled mane showcases the craftsmanship typical of historical Asian art aesthetics.
December 1, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Teapot https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/167006
This beautifully crafted teapot from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection features traditional floral motifs in vivid blues, reds, and greens on a white porcelain background, reflecting the elegance of Asian ceramic artistry. The intricate design and balanced form highlight the skilled craftsmanship and cultural heritage embedded in its creation.
December 1, 2025 at 8:21 AM
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Relaxing, from the series Ten Types of Female Nudes https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/173777
© Estate of Ishikawa Toraji
November 30, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Calligraphy https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/148120
This elegant calligraphy piece from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection showcases traditional Chinese characters rendered in a fluid and expressive style. Calligraphy, considered a visual art form in Asian cultures, emphasizes the harmony between form and content, reflecting the artist's personal rhythm and brush mastery.
November 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Pouch https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/47894
Pouch
November 30, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Tomb Model of a Boar Crouching https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/38192
This "Tomb Model of a Boar Crouching" reflects ancient Asian burial traditions where animal figurines were often included to protect and serve in the afterlife. The modeling of the boar exhibits careful attention to naturalistic detail, showcasing the artistry and cultural significance of everyday animals in historical Asian art.
November 30, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Vase https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/34481
The vase from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection likely features intricate designs typical of East Asian ceramics, reflecting centuries-old traditions and symbolic motifs like dragons or floral patterns. Such vases often reflect skilled craftsmanship and are influenced by the rich cultural heritage of regions like China or Japan, known for their exquisite porcelain and decorative arts.
November 30, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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[Untitled] (Woman Holding Vessel Containing Plant) https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/65771
This artwork depicts a woman elegantly holding a basket containing a plant, rendered with delicate brushwork characteristic of traditional East Asian art. The subtle coloration and flowing lines reflect a serene simplicity, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between people and nature often found in Asian art traditions.
November 29, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Hanging Scroll (Framed) - Quiet Courtyard, Empty Studio, Around Some Bananas https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/115951
The artwork titled "Quiet Courtyard, Empty Studio, Around Some Bananas" is a framed hanging scroll that captures the serene beauty of plum blossoms amidst dynamic brush strokes and exquisite ink wash. Part of the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection, it reflects traditional Eastern artistic techniques that celebrate the harmonious interaction between nature and contemplative space.
November 29, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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In Matsue https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/103989
© Estate of Toshiko Uchima
November 29, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Visit of the Empress to the Field Hospital (Yasen byōin gyōkō no zu) https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/97975
"Visit of the Empress to the Field Hospital (Yasen byōin gyōkō no zu)" is a Japanese woodblock print depicting the Empress visiting an orderly field hospital setting, highlighting her compassion and leadership during the Meiji era. The composition reflects the fusion of traditional Japanese artistic techniques with Western clothing and customs, signifying Japan's pivot towards modernization and international influence.
November 29, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Box, Cover and Tray https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/54041
Box, Cover and Tray
November 29, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Landscape and Poems from an Album the Three Perfections https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/90430
Willow trees on a riverbank; text on facing page contains three poems.
November 28, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Pouch for Incense https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/29650
The "Pouch for Incense" from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection is a finely crafted piece, often associated with traditional Japanese arts that highlight the importance of incense in cultural and spiritual rituals. This pouch likely features intricate embroidery and luxurious materials, reflecting the significance placed on artistic detail and ceremonial objects in Asian craftsmanship.
November 28, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Standing Guanyin https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/3929
The "Standing Guanyin" from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection is a stone sculpture depicting the Bodhisattva of Compassion, characterized by serene facial features and elaborate robes. This piece reflects the spiritual and artistic importance of Guanyin in Buddhist cultures, showcasing intricate details that emphasize the deity's compassionate nature.
November 28, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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Small Water Pot with a Low Foot Rim https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/34524
This small porcelain water pot from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection features a rounded body and low foot rim, adorned with intricate painted scenes of figures interacting under a tree. The artwork reflects the delicate craftsmanship and narrative style commonly seen in traditional Asian ceramics.
November 28, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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Prayer Wheel https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/8799
The "Prayer Wheel" from the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection exemplifies the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, intricately designed for the ritual of disseminating spiritual blessings through its movement. Each turn of the wheel is believed to release thousands of prayers inscribed within, symbolizing the eternal cycle of life and devotion.
November 27, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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Sake Cup https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/211419
This sake cup, featuring an organic shape and earthy tones, exemplifies the esteemed Japanese tradition of wabi-sabi, which appreciates beauty in imperfection. Part of the Brooklyn Museum's Asian Art collection, the piece showcases the tactile nuances and rustic elegance characteristic of traditional ceramic techniques.
November 27, 2025 at 4:08 PM