The painting depicts a long, horizontal scene with a group of people gathered in a forest and courtyard setting. The left side shows a large tree with green and purple leaves and a few people on a path, with more trees behind them. The center features several people standing and sitting among trees and what appears to be a low table. In the center foreground, a large black and white animal is lying down. On the right side, there is a building with a courtyard and more people sitting and standing around low tables. The scene includes various objects such as a donkey, a screen, and several small tables. The overall color palette is muted, with shades of green, beige, and gray dominating the scene. The Ninth Day Literary Gathering at Xing’an [Temporary Retreat] by Fang Shishu.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 1263 × 205 px
- Museum Record
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