One of four landscapes: Tall Pines and Distant Peaks
Du Jin 杜堇
"One of Four Landscapes: Tall Pines and Distant Peaks" is a work by the Chinese painter Du Jin (c. 1490–c. 1550), who was active during the Ming dynasty. This painting exemplifies the literati style, characterized by its emphasis on personal expression and the integration of poetry, painting, and calligraphy, reflecting the artist's engagement with nature and the philosophical ideals of the time.
"One of four landscapes: Tall Pines and Distant Peaks" by Du Jin 杜堇 exemplifies the artist's mastery of traditional Chinese landscape painting, characterized by its meticulous brushwork and harmonious composition. The painting features towering pine trees in the foreground, set against a backdrop of distant, mist-shrouded peaks, employing a subtle palette that evokes a sense of tranquility and depth.