Early Spring Landscape with Figures Walking on a Mountain Path to Visit a Scholar in a Lakeside Pavilion

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Scholarly pilgrimage; serene mountain path.

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on silk

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Early Spring Landscape with Figures Walking on a Mountain Path to Visit a Scholar in a Lakeside Pavilion," attributed to Yi Ching (also known as Yi Jing), exemplifies the Southern Song dynasty's emphasis on harmony between humanity and nature, reflecting Confucian ideals of scholarly pursuit and social interaction. The painting, characterized by its delicate brushwork and serene composition, serves as a visual narrative that underscores the cultural significance of scholarly visits in the context of Chinese literati traditions.

Description of the work:

"Early Spring Landscape with Figures Walking on a Mountain Path to Visit a Scholar in a Lakeside Pavilion" by Yi Ching (Yi Jing) depicts a serene mountainous landscape characterized by soft, muted colors that evoke the tranquility of early spring. The composition features figures traversing a winding path, leading the viewer's eye toward a lakeside pavilion, which is harmoniously integrated into the natural surroundings, reflecting the traditional Chinese aesthetic of nature and scholarly pursuits.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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