Untitled
1646
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
About the artist
Untitled is a 1646 ink by Hongren, depicting Landscape, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting shows a tree with branches stretching up and out, its roots visible at the bottom. The tree is surrounded by other plants and a small structure, possibly a house or hut. In the background, there are mountains. The painting is done in black ink on paper, with some color added. The style is traditional Chinese, with bold lines and simple shapes. The overall effect is one of serenity and calm. If you're interested in learning more about traditional Chinese painting, you might want to look up the artist Hongren.
