Landscape in the Style of the Ancient Masters 05
Dong Qichang was the ultimate art historian of the Ming Dynasty, obsessed with copying and reinterpreting the great masters of the past. Here, he channels the spirit of Yuan dynasty painter Zhao Mengfu (mentioned in the top right inscription) to create a dreamy landscape of soft, rounded mountains and quiet riverside homes. The misty, understated style is a perfect example of his famous 'Southern School' theory, showing us that true innovation sometimes means mastering the old rules first.
- Technique
- ink wash
- Material
- paper
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