Farewell by a Stream on a Clear Day 1350 - 1399

"Farewell by a Stream on a Clear Day," a hanging scroll by Zhao Yuan, is a beautiful depiction of a serene landscape, with the artist's brushstrokes expertly capturing the subtle details of the scenery. The scroll features an expansive mountain range, a small stream meandering through the foreground, and a group of figures embarking on a journey. Painted in ink and light color on silk, the work showcases Yuan's mastery of the literati style, emphasizing the essence of nature and its tranquility. The piece, which dates back to the 14th century, is a testament to the enduring appeal of traditional Chinese landscape painting, and is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.