Landscapes Painted for Yuweng 1673

"Landscapes Painted for Yuweng" is a 1673 ink and color painting on paper by the renowned Chinese artist Fan Qi (1616-1694). The painting depicts a serene landscape with mountains and a river, typical of the literati painting style, which emphasizes the appreciation of nature and the pursuit of a contemplative life. This style was popular among scholar-officials in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties and emphasizes elegant brushwork and subtle washes of color. The painting is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.