Mynah Bird and Bamboo 1349

"Mynah Bird and Bamboo" is a hanging scroll created in 1349 by the renowned Chinese artist Zhao Yong. The painting depicts a mynah bird perched on a branch of bamboo, executed with the artist's signature elegant and delicate brushstrokes. The minimalist composition, featuring only the bird and bamboo against a pale background, exemplifies the values of literati painting. The artwork showcases the beauty of simplicity and the artist's mastery of ink wash technique. "Mynah Bird and Bamboo" is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.