The hibiscuses depicted here open their white flowers in the early morning, gradually turning red with time until they become scarlet. This set of paintings by the court painter Li Di is a rare example of a signed work from the 12th century.
Mountain Retreat in Early Summer
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 8
April 23, 2024 (Tue)–
June 2, 2024 (Sun)
Four Infinite Landscapes
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 8
April 23, 2024 (Tue)–
June 2, 2024 (Sun)