Lonely Retreat Overlooking a Misty Valley
1630
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
About the artist
1630
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Lonely Retreat Overlooking a Misty Valley is a 1630 unspecified by Sheng Maoye, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a rocky mountain scene with a small wooden pavilion clinging to the side. Inside the pavilion, two figures stand facing each other. Tall pine trees grow from the jagged cliffs, and mist swirls around the peaks. The colors are mostly earthy browns and greens, with a few darker shadows. The artist used soft, blended edges to make the mountains look misty and distant. The pavilion feels like a quiet spot to escape the wild landscape. If you like this style, look up *Baroque*.
