Landscape with a Gentleman Riding a Donkey on a Mountain Path Trailed by an Attendant

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Mountain path, Attendant figure
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Landscape with a Gentleman Riding a Donkey on a Mountain Path Trailed by an Attendant," attributed to Yi Ching (also known as Yi Jing), exemplifies the traditional Chinese landscape painting genre, reflecting the harmonious relationship between humanity and nature. Created during the Ming dynasty, this work illustrates the cultural significance of travel and leisure in scholarly life, while also showcasing Yi Ching's mastery of brushwork and composition.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with a Gentleman Riding a Donkey on a Mountain Path Trailed by an Attendant" by Yi Ching (Yi Jing) features a serene mountainous landscape characterized by fluid brushwork and a harmonious palette of greens and browns. The composition is anchored by the figure of a gentleman on a donkey, accompanied by an attendant, both of whom navigate a winding path that leads through the lush terrain, emphasizing the interplay between human presence and the natural environment.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Landscape with a Gentleman Riding a Donkey on a Mountain Path Trailed by an Attendant