Nine Dragons Scroll - Painting Core 1

Chen Rong

Nine Dragons Scroll - Painting Core 1 by Chen Rong

Chen Rong’s legendary dragon isn't just sitting there; it’s bursting out of the mist with terrifying energy, its scales rendered in meticulous ink strokes. Painted in 1244 during the Song Dynasty, this masterpiece captures the mythical creature winding through jagged cliffs and swirling clouds, embodying the raw power of nature. Legend has it Chen Rong would often get drunk before painting, splashing ink to capture the dragon's wild, unpredictable spirit. While dragons are symbols of imperial power, this specific scroll feels almost chaotic and alive, currently residing in the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Technique
Ink on paper
Material
Paper

Location: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Views: 3

Related Artworks