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Ten Thousand Miles along the Yellow River

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long horizontal scroll painting depicts a landscape with a large river. The painting is on a beige background, possibly silk. A large winding river in shades of brown and green runs across the top. The river has many curves and bends. Several small green trees are on the left and bottom. The painting shows a landscape with no people visible. The style appears traditional. The composition suggests a panoramic view.

Artwork Details

Date
datable to 1690–1722
Medium
Two handscrolls; ink, color, and gold on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
597 × 214 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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