Chengguan Album 07
Imagine drifting in that tiny boat at the bottom of the page—that's your invitation into Lan Ying's serene world from the late Ming dynasty. This album leaf, part of his 'Chengguan' (Pure Contemplation) series, showcases rugged mountains rising dramatically behind a secluded house and cascading waterfall. The artist uses delicate ink washes punctuated by splashes of red and blue foliage to capture the crisp feeling of autumn. The facing page features a poem and calligraphy, completing the classic Chinese tradition where poetry and painting dance together to tell a single story. Lan Ying was a master of blending bold, professional techniques with the refined elegance of scholar-artists.
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