Gathering in Mountains 1956

fubaoshi

amateur sketch

cliff

rough brush stroke

incomplete sketchy

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

rock

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

paint stroke

men

mixed medium

watercolor

"Gathering in Mountains" is a 1956 ink and wash painting by the renowned Chinese artist Fu Baoshi. Known for his masterful landscapes, Baoshi's evocative portrayal of a misty mountain scene, punctuated by a cascading waterfall, captures the essence of traditional Chinese landscape painting. The work utilizes the "xieyi" style, characterized by bold brushstrokes and an emphasis on capturing the spirit of the subject rather than meticulous detail, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the serene and contemplative atmosphere of the mountains.