Artwork
Bamboo and Rock
Bamboo and Rock is an unspecified painting by the Romanticist artist Zheng Xie. It dates from 1765 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1982.54
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund
About this work
This painting shows bamboo and rocks in a simple setting. The artist used bold lines to draw the bamboo. The bamboo is the main focus of the painting, and the rocks are in the background, which is a common theme in Chinese art. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of Zheng Xie (Chinese, 1693–1765).
Overview
Bamboo and Rock is a painting by Zheng Xie, created in 1765. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a simple composition featuring bamboo and rocks. The bamboo is the primary subject, while the rocks serve as a background element, a common motif in Chinese art.
Technique & Style
The artist employed bold lines to render the bamboo, characteristic of Zheng Xie's style. This approach is typical of his work, which often emphasizes simplicity and expressive brushwork.
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