Scroll of Ten Thousand Valleys with Competing Streams, 132.7×35.3, Nanjing Museum
Imagine standing at the bottom of a massive canyon where ten thousand streams are rushing down at once—that's the exact vibe Wen Zhengming captured in this Ming Dynasty masterpiece. The title translates to 'Ten Thousand Ravines Competing to Flow,' illustrating a famous poem by Wang Anshi about the roar of mountain water. If you look closely at the bottom center, tiny scholars stroll along the riverbank, completely dwarfed by the towering, green-hued peaks and cascading waterfalls. Wen was a 'late bloomer' who didn't pass his imperial exams until age 53, and this painting reflects the calm, scholarly patience of his later years.
- Technique
- Ink and color on paper
- Material
- Paper
- Dimensions
- 132.7 x 35.3 cm
Location: Nanjing Museum
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