Silent fisherman in an autumn wood 1475

"Silent Fisherman in an Autumn Wood," created in 1475 by the celebrated Chinese artist Shen Zhou (1427-1509), is a masterful example of ink and wash painting. The work depicts a solitary figure, likely a fisherman, seated amidst a tranquil landscape of gnarled trees and rocky outcrops. The artist employs delicate brushstrokes and subtle shading to evoke the mood of a peaceful autumn day. This evocative scene embodies the concept of "shan shui" - a harmonious union of mountains and water - that is central to Chinese landscape painting. Today, this artwork is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.