A robed figure on jagged rocks beneath abstract ink washes and vertical calligraphy
A vertical scroll is framed by a gold brocade border featuring a repeating floral pattern. The central image is on a light, off-white ground. The top third of the scroll is filled with extensive black ink calligraphy arranged in vertical columns, interspersed with several small, square red seals. Below the calligraphy, on the right side, are abstract, vertical ink washes in varying shades of gray and black. These washes appear less defined as they descend. The lower third of the scroll features a solitary figure rendered in black ink. The figure wears a wide-brimmed, conical hat and a long, flowing robe, and holds a long staff diagonally across their body. They are positioned on a cluster of dark, jagged rocks, rendered with strong, visible brushstrokes. The area behind the figure and rocks is a lighter wash. The overall palette consists of black ink, various shades of gray, the light ground, and the gold and red accents of the border and seals.