Peacocks, Pine Tree, and Peonies by Lü Ji 呂紀

Peacocks, Pine Tree, and Peonies 19th century

water colours

asian-art

japan

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

24_meiji-period-1868-1912

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Peacocks, Pine Tree, and Peonies" is a 19th-century hanging scroll by Lü Ji (1430-1504), depicting a pair of peacocks perched in a pine tree, with peonies blooming at their feet. This painting is considered a masterpiece of Chinese art, showcasing Lü Ji's exceptional skill in portraying the delicate beauty of nature. The artist's meticulous brushstrokes and vibrant colors bring the peacocks, pine needles, and peony blossoms to life. This piece is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.