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Cloud Rock

Ni Yuanlu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical scroll painting with a beige background. A black line drawing depicts a large, irregularly shaped rock formation. The rock formation is drawn in a loose and expressive style, with many curved and wavy lines. The formation appears to be made up of many layers or strata. It is drawn in black ink. There are several red seals or stamps in the corners and along the right side of the painting. In the upper right corner, there is a group of Chinese characters written in black ink. The characters appear to be calligraphy. The painting is titled "Cloud Rock" by Ni Yuanlu.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–mid-17th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
223 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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