Artwork
Fish on the Banks of the Wei River
Fish on the Banks of the Wei River is an unspecified painting by the Chinese Orthodox School artist Dai Jin. It dates from 1435 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.
About this work
Overview
Fish on the Banks of the Wei River is a painting by Dai Jin, created around 1435. It is housed at the National Palace Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil landscape with a river and a few figures in traditional Chinese attire. Trees and rocks are prominent in the foreground, framing the scene.
Technique & Style
Dai Jin's use of subdued colors and delicate brushwork evokes a sense of serenity. The composition is balanced, with careful attention to detail and nuanced color variations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Dai Jin lived in Hangzhou, where the old Southern Song court had once ruled. He spent his days sketching boats along the river and collecting Ming-era scrolls in the same tea houses where scholars argued about art. He…
