Artwork
明 李流芳 疏林小景 扇|Figure standing in a grove of trees
明 李流芳 疏林小景 扇|Figure standing in a grove of trees is an ink painting by the Baroque artist Li Liufang. It dates from 1613 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 13.100.70
- Credit line
- John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1913
About this work
Subject & Meaning
The subject matter aligns with traditional Chinese landscape conventions where trees and figures interact to evoke a sense of place and contemplation.
The work, dated 1613, is a landscape painting that depicts a figure standing within a grove of trees. Executed in ink on gold paper, the composition focuses on the natural setting rather than a complex narrative scene. As a landscape genre piece by Li Liufang, the imagery emphasizes the relationship between the solitary figure and the surrounding vegetation.
The subject matter aligns with traditional Chinese landscape conventions where trees and figures interact to evoke a sense of place and contemplation.
Technique & Style
Created in 1613, this landscape by Li Liufang is executed in ink on gold paper. The work originated as a folding fan but is now mounted as an album leaf, measuring 18.4 cm in height and 55.6 cm in width. Stylistically, the piece depicts a figure standing within a grove of trees, adhering to the landscape genre.
The use of ink on the metallic gold surface creates a distinct visual contrast typical of the period's fan painting traditions.
History & Provenance
Created in 1613 by the Chinese artist Li Liufang, this work is a landscape painting executed in ink on gold paper. Originally formatted as a folding fan, the piece was subsequently mounted as an album leaf. The painting depicts a figure standing within a grove of trees and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The available sources do not record a specific accession number or any exhibition history for the piece.
Overview
Li Liufang's "Figure standing in a grove of trees," created in 1613, is an ink painting on gold paper. Originally a folding fan, it has since been mounted as an album leaf. This work presents a serene landscape featuring a solitary individual amidst a sparse collection of trees.
The artist, also known for his poetry, imbues the scene with a contemplative atmosphere, inviting viewers into a quiet, personal moment.
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