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Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections

Jiang Shijie , 1690

Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections, by Jiang Shijie, unspecified, 1690
Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections, by Jiang Shijie, unspecified, 1690

Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections is an unspecified painting by the Ming dynasty painting artist Jiang Shijie. It dates from 1690 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.

About this work

Overview

Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections is a 1690 landscape painting by Jiang Shijie, now part of the Brooklyn Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil scene with a central village, background mountains, and foreground trees and bushes, conveying a sense of serenity and depth.

Technique & Style

Executed in black ink on a beige ground, the work achieves simplicity and elegance. A red stamp bearing Chinese characters is positioned in the top-left corner.

History & Provenance

Created in 1690 by Jiang Shijie, the painting is currently held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jiang Shijie

Jiang Shijie carried a tiny brush in his sleeve and doodled everywhere, tea houses, temple steps, even his grocery list, because ink on paper was cheaper than food.

Brooklyn Museum

Museum

Brooklyn Museum

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections?

Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections was painted by Jiang Shijie in 1690.

Where can I see Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections?

Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections is held by Brooklyn Museum.

What movement is Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections?

Landscape and Calligraphy from the Album of Three Perfections is associated with Ming dynasty painting.