Withered Lotuses and Mandarin Ducks
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From the collection of National Palace Museum
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From the collection of National Palace Museum
Withered Lotuses and Mandarin Ducks is an unspecified by Zhang Zhong, held at National Palace Museum.
The painting, "Withered Lotuses and Mandarin Ducks," features two ducks standing on a rock near a pond, surrounded by tall grasses and lotus plants. The ducks are depicted in shades of gray, white, and orange, with intricate details on their feathers. The background is a light beige color, with subtle shading and texture. In the foreground, the ducks are the main focus, with the lotus plants and grasses adding depth and context to the scene. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of serenity and tranquility. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artists who specialize in depicting natural scenes and wildlife. To learn more about this style of painting, you can explore the works of artists like Zhang Zhong.
This painter worked in ink on silk during the late Ming or early Qing dynasty. Their only recorded piece here pairs delicate lotus blooms with a pair of mandarin ducks near a rock face. The brushwork is spare yet…
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