
Poem 70-26
by Maki Haku
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Source:
- Harvard Art Museum
- Image courtesy of
- Harvard Art Museum
Description
A large abstract black calligraphic form dominates a tall, narrow cream-colored sheet, its thick looping strokes suggesting a stylized character with a rounded upper loop and angular, splayed lower strokes. Above it sits a plain white circle, and a single small yellow leaf-like accent floats between the loop and the lower strokes; a red seal appears at bottom right beside the pencil inscription "Poem 70-26" and the artist's signature. The palette is limited to black, white, cream, and one spot of yellow, giving the composition a spare, quiet mood.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Poem 70-26 was created by Maki Haku (巻白).
Poem 70-26 depicts calligraphy and abstract.






