Bird and Flower c. 18th century

"Bird and Flower" is a hanging scroll by Chinese painter Zhang Yu, created in the 18th century. This artwork, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, displays a delicate and masterful use of ink to portray a graceful bird perched amongst a lush arrangement of lotus leaves and flowers. The scroll showcases the artist's ability to evoke the essence of nature with minimal brushstrokes, a characteristic of traditional Chinese ink painting. This piece, measuring 85 3/8 x 19 1/16 in., is a fine example of Zhang Yu's signature style and the beauty of Chinese art.