In the Pine Courtyard, Leisurely Feelings 1535 - 1612

"In the Pine Courtyard, Leisurely Feelings" is a Chinese hanging scroll by Wang Zhideng, a prominent artist of the Ming dynasty, dating from 1535 to 1612. This artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a calligraphic inscription in black ink on paper. The scroll features a stylized, elegant script that conveys a sense of tranquility and refinement. The inscription, which translates to "Leisurely Feelings in the Pine Courtyard," exemplifies the Chinese art of calligraphy and its ability to evoke evocative imagery and emotions. The scroll's simple composition and the artist's masterful brushwork make this artwork a significant example of Chinese calligraphy.