Village on the water 1689

shitao

pencil drawn

tree

amateur sketch

light pencil work

pencil sketch

house

charcoal drawing

rock

pencil drawing

forest

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

pencil work

building

"Village on the Water" (1689) is a classic example of the Chinese literati painting style, exemplified by the artist Shitao (1642-1707). The painting, created using ink and wash on paper, presents a serene landscape featuring verdant mountains and a small village nestled on the water's edge. The artist's use of spontaneous brushstrokes and evocative washes creates a sense of tranquility and a connection to nature. Shitao's work is renowned for its expressive nature and unique artistic vision, reflecting the ideals of the literati movement.