Herding Horses 27x34 National Palace Museum Taipei
Han Gan, a Tang Dynasty master, was famous for painting horses so lifelike that legend says they came alive at night. In this scroll, a bearded groom confidently rides a robust black horse, with a white horse trailing closely behind. The artist captured the animals' powerful muscles and calm demeanor by spending hours observing imperial steeds, breaking away from the stylized traditions of his time to create a true-to-life masterpiece.
- Technique
- Ink and color on silk
- Material
- Silk
Location: National Palace Museum, Taipei
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