부용원앙도축 견본 138.9x47.8
Li Yin, a celebrated female painter of the late Ming dynasty, brings a lively energy to this hanging scroll featuring hibiscus flowers and mandarin ducks. The composition flows vertically, starting with bold, dark ink leaves and delicate hibiscus blooms at the top, cascading down to a dynamic scene of waterfowl. One duck swoops down through the reeds with wings fully spread, while the other rests on the bank, tucking its head into its feathers. In Chinese culture, mandarin ducks are the ultimate symbol of love and fidelity, making this a likely celebration of marriage, painted with Li Yin's signature freehand style that captures the spirit of nature rather than just the likeness.
- Technique
- Ink wash
- Material
- Silk
- Dimensions
- 138.9 x 47.8 cm