Peacock with Pine and Camellia 1518

"Peacock with Pine and Camellia" is a hanging scroll painting by Zhu Duan, a prominent figure in the Ming Dynasty's artistic scene, created in 1518. The artwork, currently residing in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases a graceful peacock perched on a rock, its vibrant plumage spread in a magnificent display, contrasting with the serene background of a pine tree and delicate camellia flowers. Duan's meticulous brushstrokes bring life to this classic subject of Chinese art, capturing the beauty and elegance of nature with a masterful use of ink and color, showcasing the artist's expertise in the literati painting style.