Man alone 1707

"Man alone" (1707) is a work by the renowned Chinese painter Shitao (1642-1707). The painting depicts a solitary figure standing beneath a willow tree, emphasizing the artist's exploration of solitude and introspection. The minimalist brushstrokes and delicate washes in the painting create a sense of tranquility and evoke the artist's personal expression. This painting is a testament to Shitao's mastery of the literati style, a genre rooted in the scholar-official's artistic expression in China.