Water and Clouds Share the Same Source

Liu Kuo Sung (Liu Guosong) 劉國松

Created:
Movement:
1976
Contemporary Art
key Notes:
Ink abstraction, natural harmony.
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Dimensions:
48 x 72 1/4 in. (121.9 x 183.5 cm)
medium:
Ink on paper
Difficulty:
Master
New game
story of the work:

"Water and Clouds Share the Same Source," created by Liu Kuo Sung in 1976, exemplifies the artist's innovative approach to integrating traditional Chinese ink painting techniques with modern abstract expressionism. This work reflects Liu's exploration of the relationship between nature and artistic expression, contributing significantly to the development of contemporary Chinese ink art and influencing subsequent generations of artists.

Description of the work:

"Water and Clouds Share the Same Source" by Liu Kuo Sung exemplifies the artist's innovative approach to traditional Chinese ink painting, characterized by a dynamic interplay of fluid brushwork and vibrant color application. The composition features abstracted forms that evoke natural elements, with sweeping strokes suggesting both water and clouds, creating a harmonious dialogue between the two elements within a contemporary context.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Water and Clouds Share the Same Source