Who painted Lofty Peak and Dense Woods?

Lofty Peak and Dense Woods was painted by Gong Xian in 1669.

Where can I see Lofty Peak and Dense Woods?

Lofty Peak and Dense Woods is held by Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

What movement is Lofty Peak and Dense Woods?

Lofty Peak and Dense Woods is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Lofty Peak and Dense Woods

Gong Xian , 1669

Lofty Peak and Dense Woods is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Gong Xian. It dates from 1669 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Lofty Peak and Dense Woods is a painting created by Gong Xian in 1669. It is part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a majestic mountain peak with dense woods at its base, featuring a solitary tree in the foreground and the mountain's peak rising into the sky in the background.

Technique & Style

Gong Xian used varying shades of green to create depth and texture in the trees, adding a sense of realism to the scene. This technique is characteristic of his work, which was influenced by his association with the Nanjing school and the Eight Masters of Jinling.

History & Provenance

Gong Xian was active in Kunshan, Jiangsu, during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, and was known alongside the poet and calligrapher Lu Qian.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gong Xian

Gong Xian (simplified Chinese: 龚贤; traditional Chinese: 龔賢; pinyin: Gōng Xián; Wade–Giles: Kung Hsien; 1618–1689; the specific year of birth is disputed as early as 1617 or as late as 1620; born in Kunshan, Jiangsu) was…