清 徐揚 仙山樓閣圖 扇面|Palaces of the Immortals
The Met
Artist: Xu Yang(Chinese, active ca. 1750–after 1776)
Date: dated 1753
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Folding fan mounted as an album leaf; ink, color, and gold on paper
Dimensions: Image: 6 1/4 x 18 1/2 in. (15.9 x 47 cm) Sheet: 15 × 24 1/2 in. (38.1 × 62.2 cm)
Credit Line: Purchase, The B. D. G. Leviton Foundation Gift, in honor of Marie-Hélène and Guy Weill, 2003
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Fan painting of a mountainous landscape with buildings, a body of water, and calligraphic text
Detailed Description
The painting, presented on a fan-shaped surface, depicts a mountainous landscape with various buildings. The central and left portions of the fan are dominated by numerous mountains, rendered in shades of green and deep blue. Some peaks are steep and jagged, while others appear more rounded and forested. Nestled within the mountains, particularly in the central area, are several multi-tiered buildings with distinctive red-orange roofs and light-colored walls. A prominent complex of structures, possibly a temple or palace, is situated in the mid-ground, featuring multiple levels and intricate details. Bridges and pathways, some with railings, connect different parts of the architectural complex and ascend the mountain slopes. A body of water, appearing as a lake or wide river, is visible in the upper-middle distance, reflecting the lighter tones of the sky or distant, hazy mountains. Smaller structures and bridges are also visible on the right side, integrated into the landscape. In the upper right section of the fan, a block of vertical calligraphic text is written in black ink, accompanied by two square red seals. The overall composition creates a sense of depth within the natural setting.
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