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Streams and Mountains Without End

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a landscape painting on a brown background. The painting features dark brown and black trees and mountains. The mountains are jagged and have a misty appearance. There are several large trees with dense foliage. Smaller trees and bushes are scattered throughout the scene. The mountains and trees are drawn in varying shades of brown. The background of the painting is a solid brown color. The painting's style resembles traditional Chinese art. The overall scene depicts a serene and natural environment. The painting has a sense of depth with layers of mountains.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Handscroll; ink and color on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 242 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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