Painting of Sleeping BirdsKim Hong-Do · 1800
Realism
1800
Sookmyung Women's University Museum
Kim Hong-Do (1745 – 1806)
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About this artwork
- Title: Painting of Sleeping Birds
- Artist: Kim Hong-Do
- Year: 1800
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Sookmyung Women's University Museum
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Keywords: korean painting, bird painting art, fine art reproduction
- Color intensity: Balanced
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
Questions & Answers
In which movement and which era is "Painting of Sleeping Birds" by Kim Hong-Do placed?
In "Painting of Sleeping Birds" by Kim Hong-Do, the Realism movement meets the Early-Modern era.
Which artist is "Painting of Sleeping Birds" attributed to?
"Painting of Sleeping Birds" was created by Kim Hong-Do. The information on this page describes Kim Hong-Do's original work.
When was "Painting of Sleeping Birds" made?
"Painting of Sleeping Birds" dates from 1800. The date places the work within Kim Hong-Do's career and its era.
What was Kim Hong-Do's age when "Painting of Sleeping Birds" was created?
Kim Hong-Do made "Painting of Sleeping Birds" at the age of 55. The artist was born in 1745 and the work is dated 1800.
How do contrast and harmony combine in "Painting of Sleeping Birds"?
In "Painting of Sleeping Birds", a gentle contrast is paired with a unified palette harmony.
How does the subject of "Painting of Sleeping Birds" relate to Kim Hong-Do's usual themes?
Among Kim Hong-Do's recorded themes - korean realism, joseon dynasty art, nature & tranquility, moonlight symbolism, spiritual reflection, traditional aesthetics, artist's signature style, calm - "Painting of Sleeping Birds" brings its own focus on korean birds, moonlight scene, nature painting, traditional art, joseon dynasty, calm landscape, bird imagery.
What is the color identity of "Painting of Sleeping Birds" by Kim Hong-Do?
"Painting of Sleeping Birds" by Kim Hong-Do uses a neutrals palette, with rosy brown (#bcab8f) as the dominant color.