The Palace of Nine Perfections 1691

"The Palace of Nine Perfections" (1691) by Yuan Jiang (1680-1730) is a monumental handscroll depicting a fantastical landscape. Spanning nearly 19 feet, the scroll showcases the artist's mastery of ink wash painting, with delicate brushstrokes capturing misty mountains, verdant valleys, and a grand palace nestled amidst the scenery. This work, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, represents the pinnacle of Yuan Jiang's career and exemplifies the enduring tradition of landscape painting in Chinese art.