Joyous Rain 1488 - 1508

natural stone pattern

rippled sketch texture

water colours

asian-art

possibly oil pastel

22_ming-dynasty-1368-1644

carved into stone

repetitive shape and pattern

china

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

layered pattern

watercolor

calligraphy

"Joyous Rain" is a calligraphic fan painting by Wu Kuan, a renowned Ming Dynasty artist. The fan, created between 1488-1508, displays a delicate and flowing script in black ink on a gold-toned paper. The composition, typical of Chinese calligraphy, evokes the artist's skill and artistic sensibility. The work is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, showcasing the enduring beauty and power of traditional Chinese art.