Nutgrass Grows on the Southern Hills 1799 - 1862

"Nutgrass Grows on the Southern Hills" is a set of four hanging scrolls by Chinese artist Wu Xizai, dating from 1799–1862. The work is a fine example of Chinese calligraphy, featuring a series of elegant and flowing characters in black ink. The artist, Wu Xizai, was a renowned calligrapher who was known for his mastery of various styles. These scrolls, with their intricate script, showcase the beauty and power of Chinese calligraphy, and demonstrate the artist's skill in creating visually compelling and aesthetically pleasing work. This work can now be viewed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.