Untitled
The Met
Artist: Wen Zhengming(Chinese, 1470–1559)
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Album of eight painting leaves with facing sheets inscribed with poems, preceded by a four-sheet title piece; ink on paper
Dimensions: 8 1/4 x 7 3/4 in. (21.0 x 19.7 cm) (each album leaf); 8 1/4 x 16 7/8 in. (21.0 x 42.9 cm) (two double calligraphy leaves)
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Morse, 1972
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A monochrome ink wash painting of a mountainous landscape with buildings, trees, and a bridge
Detailed Description
A monochrome ink wash painting portrays a vast mountainous landscape rendered in shades of grey and black ink on a light background. In the upper left and central background, large, rugged mountains rise prominently, their peaks and slopes defined by dark, textured brushstrokes and lighter washes, creating a sense of depth and atmospheric effect. To the right, lighter, more distant mountain peaks are visible, fading into the background. In the mid-ground, several buildings with distinct architectural features are nestled on the hillsides. Two larger, multi-tiered structures with curved roofs are visible on the upper and mid-right slopes. Below them, a cluster of smaller, simpler buildings with peaked roofs are arranged along a lower slope, surrounded by numerous trees with dark, dense foliage. In the lower left foreground, a flat expanse, possibly a body of water or a valley floor, is crossed by a simple bridge with two visible supports. More trees and small, hut-like structures are visible near the bridge. The lower right foreground features a steep, dark hillside with sparse vegetation. The artwork utilizes a range of ink tones, from light grey washes for atmospheric effects to dark, almost black strokes for detailed elements. Two red seals are present: one in the lower left corner and another in the lower right corner.
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