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Watching Geese at Lan-t'ing Pavilion, by Qian Xuan, unspecified, 1280

Watching Geese at Lan-t'ing Pavilion

Qian Xuan

1280

unspecified

From the collection of National Palace Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Watching Geese at Lan-t'ing Pavilion is a 1280 unspecified by Qian Xuan, a Song Landscape work, held at National Palace Museum.

Who painted this?
Qian Xuan
When & what style?
1280 · Song Landscape
Where can I see it?
National Palace Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of a pavilion surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil body of water. In the foreground, a few trees and bushes are scattered, while a small structure with a tiled roof stands on the right side. The artist has used a range of colors, from deep greens to soft yellows and blues, to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. A closer look reveals the delicate brushstrokes and subtle color gradations that give the painting its sense of texture and nuance. The overall effect is one of peacefulness and contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the tranquil world of the painting. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you might want to look up the artist Qian Xuan.

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Artist

Qian Xuan

Qian Xuan (simplified Chinese: 钱选; traditional Chinese: 錢選; pinyin: Qián Xuǎn; Wade–Giles: Ch'ien Hsüan; 1235–1305), courtesy name Shun Ju (舜举), pseudonyms Yu Tan (玉潭, "Jade Pool"), Xi Lanweng (习嬾翁), and Zha Chuanweng…

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