Hawks, late 15th century, 45 1/4 × 21 13/16 in. ( × cm) (image)76 × 27 3/16 in. ( × cm) (overall, without roller), Ink and light colors on silk, China, 15th century, Chinese eagle and hawk compositions were designed to capture not only the bird’s regal appearance, but also its fierce spirit as a hunting companion or bird of prey. Such temperament is vividly demonstrated in the painting depicting the hawk and a fallen egret: while the hawk is imposing and calm, the egret is panicky and terrified, engaged in a mortal struggle. Paintings of eagles and hawks

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