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The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup, c. 1600 (ink, pigment on gold
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The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup, c. 1600 (ink, pigment on gold
1069889 The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup, c.1600 (ink, pigment on gold, pair of six-fold screens) by Momoyama Period (1568-1600); 167x337.8x1.9 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup or Eight Immortals Indulged in Wine were a group of Tang Dynasty scholars who are known for their love of alcoholic beverages.); The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc.; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 22511442
© The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc. / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures "The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup" by Momoyama Period, a pair of six-fold screens that showcase the love for alcoholic beverages during the Tang Dynasty. The artwork, measuring 167x337.8x1.9 cm and housed in the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas, USA, is adorned with ink and pigment on gold. The image depicts a group of men indulging in wine along a riverbank. These scholars, known as the Eight Immortals Indulged in Wine, were renowned for their passion for alcohol. The golden hues and intricate details create an ornate tableau that draws viewers into this ancient scene. As room dividers or folding screens, these decorative pieces add elegance to any space they occupy. They serve as a reminder of East Asian culture's rich history and appreciation for artistry. "The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup" invites us to contemplate not only its aesthetic beauty but also our own relationship with alcohol. It prompts reflection on how beverages can bring people together while also highlighting potential excesses or dependencies. Through this photograph print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back to a time when drinking was celebrated among scholars and artists alike. It serves as both an exquisite decoration and a thought-provoking conversation starter about cultural traditions surrounding alcohol consumption throughout history.
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