Lady Gazing From Her Balcony at Pear and Willow Trees and a Locked Gate.
Yuan Yao 袁燿
"Lady Gazing From Her Balcony at Pear and Willow Trees and a Locked Gate" is a notable work by Yuan Yao, a Chinese painter active during the late Ming to early Qing dynasty, reflecting the cultural and aesthetic values of the period. The painting exemplifies the integration of natural elements with human emotion, illustrating themes of solitude and contemplation, while also showcasing Yuan Yao's mastery of brushwork and composition within the context of traditional Chinese landscape painting.
"Lady Gazing From Her Balcony at Pear and Willow Trees and a Locked Gate" by Yuan Yao 袁燿 features a serene composition that juxtaposes the figure of a woman in traditional attire with a lush natural landscape, characterized by delicate pear and willow trees. The painting employs a harmonious color palette and intricate brushwork to convey a sense of tranquility, while the locked gate serves as a symbolic element within the scene.