Merry Gatherings in the Magic Jar 1222 - 1279

"Merry Gatherings in the Magic Jar" is a long handscroll painting by Gong Kai, one of the most celebrated artists of the Yuan Dynasty. Created between 1222 and 1279, the work depicts a gathering of figures amidst a landscape, with intricate details rendered using ink and light washes of color on silk. The scroll is a testament to Gong Kai's mastery of literati painting, a style that emphasized elegant brushwork and poetic imagery. The artwork is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and is notable for its impressive scale, measuring 11 3/4 inches in height and 14 feet 2 inches in length.