Untitled
The Met
Artist: Yun Shouping(Chinese, 1633–1690)
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink on paper
Dimensions: 38 7/8 x 13 1/8 in. (98.7 x 33.3 cm)
Credit Line: John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1913
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Vast landscape with mountains, water, buildings, figures, and calligraphy at the top right
Detailed Description
This vertical ink wash painting on a light tan ground depicts a vast, misty landscape. In the upper right quadrant, a block of black calligraphy is arranged in vertical columns, with two red seals below it. The text reads: "昔年大滌夏雲堂寫島一屏 酒一杯花數葉影中山雨話 道香墨淡天 辛丑二月寫此奉 壽翁大雅教正 石濤". Faint, undulating mountains rendered with light gray washes appear in the upper left, receding into a wide expanse of light, undefined space that dominates the upper and central portions of the composition. In the middle ground on the right, a prominent, darker cliff face or mountain descends towards the center. At its base or on a ledge, a cluster of buildings with peaked roofs is nestled among trees. A narrow bridge or path extends from this area, crossing over what appears to be water or a valley. Small, indistinct figures are visible near the buildings and on the path. The central area is largely open, suggesting a wide body of water or a misty void, with scattered, faint landforms and trees on the left. The foreground on the right features large, dark, textured rocks and landmasses, with sparse vegetation and small trees. A winding path or shoreline is visible along the edge of these rocks. The lower left foreground shows smaller, scattered rocks and brush, leading into the expansive central area. The entire scene is rendered with varying shades of black and gray ink, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
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