Landscape After Wang Meng (ca. 1308-1385)

Yun Shouping 惲壽平

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Lyrical Naturalism, Ink Landscape

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Landscape After Wang Meng" by Yun Shouping, created during the late Ming dynasty, reflects the artist's engagement with the classical traditions of Chinese landscape painting, particularly the influence of the Yuan dynasty master Wang Meng. This work exemplifies Yun's innovative approach to brushwork and composition, contributing to the evolution of literati painting and reinforcing the cultural significance of landscape as a genre in Chinese art.

Description of the work:

"Landscape After Wang Meng" by Yun Shouping, created in the 17th century, exemplifies the artist's mastery of ink and wash techniques, characterized by fluid brushwork and a harmonious composition. The painting features a serene mountainous landscape, with delicate foliage and a subtle interplay of light and shadow, reflecting the influence of the Song dynasty's aesthetic principles while showcasing Yun's individual style.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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