Artwork
Swallow and Lotus
Swallow and Lotus is an unspecified painting by the Ming dynasty painting artist Fachang Muqi. It dates from 1204 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
This painting shows a swallow in flight above a lotus blossom.
The lotus is a special flower in Chinese art, often symbolizing growth and beauty. It's interesting that the artist chose to pair it with a swallow, which might represent freedom or change.
You can learn more about this style by looking up the work of Fachang Muqi (Chinese, 1220–1280).
Overview
Swallow and Lotus is a painting depicting a bird in flight above a blooming flower.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a swallow soaring above a lotus blossom, which is often a symbol of growth and beauty in Chinese art. The pairing of the swallow with the lotus may suggest themes of freedom or transformation.
Technique & Style
The painting's style is reminiscent of the work of Muqi Fachang, a 13th-century Chinese artist known for his expressive and subtle renderings of natural subjects.
Artist & collection
