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Whiling Away Summer in the Shade of Plantain, by Qiu Ying, unspecified, 1550

Whiling Away Summer in the Shade of Plantain

Qiu Ying

1550

unspecified

From the collection of National Palace Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Whiling Away Summer in the Shade of Plantain is a 1550 unspecified by Qiu Ying, a Ming Painting work, held at National Palace Museum.

Who painted this?
Qiu Ying
When & what style?
1550 · Ming Painting
Where can I see it?
National Palace Museum

About this work

This painting shows three men in a serene outdoor setting. One man sits on the ground, playing a stringed instrument, while another sits on a bench, looking at him. The third man sits on the ground, facing the other two. The background features trees and rocks. The men are dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, and the scene appears to be a relaxed gathering. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of calm and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the artist Qiu Ying.

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