Albumblad 1850 - 1900

Hui Nian rendered this ink landscape on paper, presenting a scene imbued with tranquility. The river, mountains, and modest dwellings invoke a sense of harmony with nature, a central tenet of Chinese art. Note the bridge, a recurring motif across cultures, symbolizing transition and connection. Bridges appear in myriad forms, from the delicate archways in Persian miniatures to the robust structures in Venetian cityscapes. Psychologically, the bridge represents the crossing of thresholds, both literal and metaphorical. It is the path from one state to another, resonating with our deepest desires for change and progression. Here, the humble bridge signifies a connection between the viewer and the peaceful existence within the landscape. The enduring presence of such symbols across epochs reveals our collective yearning for passage and transformation.