Who painted Twelve Views of Tiger Hill?

Twelve Views of Tiger Hill was painted by Shen Zhou in 1490.

Where can I see Twelve Views of Tiger Hill?

Twelve Views of Tiger Hill is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Twelve Views of Tiger Hill?

Twelve Views of Tiger Hill is associated with Ming dynasty painting.

Artwork

Twelve Views of Tiger Hill

Shen Zhou , 1490

Twelve Views of Tiger Hill is an unspecified painting by the Ming dynasty painting artist Shen Zhou. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1964.371
Credit line: Leonard C. Hanna Jr. Fund

About this work

Overview

Twelve Views of Tiger Hill is a painting by Shen Zhou, a native of Suzhou, depicting a series of scenes from the historic Tiger Hill site.

Subject & Meaning

The painting simulates a visit to Tiger Hill, from arrival by boat to ascent to Cloudy Cliff Monastery, capturing the site's scenic and cultural significance.

Technique & Style

Shen Zhou employed subtle colors within a predominantly monochrome palette, characteristic of his mature style and the Wu School of painting, which he is credited with founding.

Context

As a member of a wealthy family, Shen Zhou opted for a life as a retired scholar, eschewing an official career, and turned to painting in midlife, bringing a unique perspective to the art form.