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Wild Geese Descending on a Sandbank, by Bian Shoumin, unspecified, 1730

Wild Geese Descending on a Sandbank

Bian Shoumin

1730

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

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Overview

Wild Geese Descending on a Sandbank is a 1730 unspecified by Bian Shoumin, a Qing Painting work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

Who painted this?
Bian Shoumin
When & what style?
1730 · Qing Painting
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

About this work

This painting shows three geese in different positions. Two are standing among tall grasses, while one is flying above them. The geese are painted in shades of gray and white, with darker feathers on their backs and lighter ones on their bellies. The background is a light brown color, with some darker shading to suggest depth. The geese are depicted in a serene and peaceful environment, with the grasses and water creating a sense of calmness. The painting's use of gray and white tones adds to the overall sense of tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about Chinese art, you might want to explore the works of Bian Shoumin.

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