One of Four Landscapes: Reading the I-ching in the Autumn Mountains

Du Jin 杜堇

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Autumn Mountains, I-Ching Interpretation

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"One of Four Landscapes: Reading the I-ching in the Autumn Mountains" by Du Jin (circa 1490-1556) exemplifies the Ming dynasty's integration of literary themes into landscape painting, reflecting the philosophical underpinnings of Confucianism and Daoism. The work is part of a series that illustrates the artist's engagement with classical texts, showcasing his mastery of brushwork and composition while emphasizing the harmony between humanity and nature.

Description of the work:

"One of Four Landscapes: Reading the I-ching in the Autumn Mountains" by Du Jin features a serene mountainous landscape rendered in delicate brushwork, characterized by soft, muted colors that evoke the tranquility of autumn. The composition is structured around a central figure engaged in contemplation, surrounded by stylized trees and flowing water, which collectively embody the harmonious relationship between humanity and nature, a key theme in traditional Chinese landscape painting.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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