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Landscape

Fang Shishu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a landscape scene by Fang Shishu. The artwork features a mountain range with multiple peaks and trees, rendered primarily in shades of gray and black ink on a light gray background. In the foreground, there are several trees and what appears to be a body of water. The mountains are depicted with dense, detailed brushstrokes, showcasing varying textures. In the top left corner, a block of Chinese calligraphy is visible, accompanied by two small red seals, one located below the calligraphy and another in the bottom-left corner. The overall composition presents a serene and detailed representation of a natural landscape.

Artwork Details

Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
Culture
China
Dimensions
422 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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