Wagtail on a Lakeside Rock amidst Blossoming Pinks

Cho Chi-un [Jo Ji-un]

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Naturalism, Floral Harmony

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Master

New game

story of the work:

"Wagtail on a Lakeside Rock amidst Blossoming Pinks" is a notable work by the Korean painter Cho Chi-un (also known as Jo Ji-un), who was active during the late 19th to early 20th century. This painting exemplifies the artist's mastery of traditional Korean ink wash techniques, reflecting the harmonious relationship between nature and the delicate beauty of flora, while also contributing to the broader discourse on Korean identity and aesthetics during a period of modernization.

Description of the work:

"Wagtail on a Lakeside Rock amidst Blossoming Pinks" by Cho Chi-un (also known as Jo Ji-un) features a delicate composition that juxtaposes the serene presence of a wagtail perched on a rock with the vibrant pink blossoms surrounding it. The painting employs a harmonious color palette and meticulous brushwork, characteristic of traditional Korean ink wash techniques, to evoke a sense of tranquility and the beauty of nature.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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