明 文徵明 松陰飛瀑圖 軸|Recluse playing the zither in a pine grove
The Met
Artist: Wen Zhengming(Chinese, 1470–1559)
Date: ca. 1540
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink on paper
Dimensions: Image: 137 1/2 x 40 1/2 in. (349.3 x 102.9 cm) Overall with mounting: 193 1/2 x 50 3/8 in. (491.5 x 128 cm) Overall with knobs: 193 1/2 x 55 7/8 in. (491.5 x 141.9 cm)
Credit Line: Edward Elliott Family Collection, Purchase, The Dillon Fund Gift, 1982
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A tall mountainous landscape with a waterfall, dense trees, and a winding river
Detailed Description
A tall, vertical ink wash image depicts a mountainous landscape in shades of black, gray, and white. The upper section features towering, jagged mountains partially obscured by mist, with small, dark clusters of trees or structures dotting their peaks and slopes. On the upper right, vertical lines of calligraphy are visible, accompanied by several small, square red seals. Below the highest peaks, a prominent waterfall cascades down a steep, dark cliff face, appearing as a bright white stream against the darker rock. The middle ground is dominated by a dense forest of gnarled trees with intricate, twisting branches and textured trunks, creating a dark canopy. Small clearings or paths wind through this dense foliage. Towards the bottom, the trees become larger and more distinct, with thick, textured trunks framing a winding river that flows through a valley. The riverbed is light-colored with scattered dark rocks. The vertical arrangement of elements creates a sense of height and depth, with a monochromatic palette contributing to the overall atmosphere and texture.
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