Windblown bamboo 1686

"Windblown Bamboo" is a hanging scroll, a popular format for ink painting in China, created by Yang Han in 1686, just a year before his death. The painting depicts a cascading waterfall partially obscured by swaying bamboo, a common motif in Chinese art associated with strength and resilience. The use of ink washes and subtle brushstrokes evokes the movement of the wind and the graceful flow of water, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere. The painting's location at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York makes it accessible to a global audience interested in the delicate beauty of traditional Chinese art.