Who painted Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves?

Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves was painted by Fang Congyi in 1365.

Where can I see Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves?

Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves is held by National Palace Museum.

What movement is Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves?

Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves is associated with Song dynasty landscape.

Artwork

Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves

Fang Congyi , 1365

Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves is an unspecified painting by the Song dynasty landscape artist Fang Congyi. It dates from 1365 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.

About this work

Overview

Sacred Mountains and Precious Groves is a landscape painting created by Fang Congyi in 1365, currently held at the National Palace Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring towering mountains and lush greenery, evoking a sense of calmness and tranquility. The mountains and foreground vegetation create a sense of depth and texture.

Technique & Style

Fang Congyi employed a range of brushstrokes to convey movement and energy, with the mountains rising from the canvas and trees swaying gently. The mountains are rendered in shades of brown and gray, varying in ruggedness.