Who painted Summer in the Water Country?

Summer in the Water Country was painted by Gong Xian in 1674.

Where can I see Summer in the Water Country?

Summer in the Water Country is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Summer in the Water Country?

Summer in the Water Country is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Summer in the Water Country?

Museum-quality prints of Summer in the Water Country are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Summer in the Water Country

Gong Xian , 1674

Summer in the Water Country is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Gong Xian. It dates from 1674 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Summer in the Water Country is a landscape painting created by Gong Xian around 1674, exemplifying the Qing painting tradition of the late Ming to early Qing dynasties.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene, misty landscape with a winding river, trees, and distant boats, conveying a sense of calm vitality through its composition.

Technique & Style

Gong Xian employed loose, sketchy brushstrokes to suggest movement in water and leaves, while a muted palette of soft grays, browns, and occasional dark accents defines the work's visual character.

History & Provenance

Created by Gong Xian, a prominent figure among the Eight Masters of Nanjing, the painting is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Context

Associated with the Nanjing school and the Jiangnan region's artistic milieu, the work reflects Gong Xian's influence alongside contemporaries like Lu Qian, bridging late Ming and early Qing aesthetic sensibilities.

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Artist

Gong Xian

Gong Xian (simplified Chinese: 龚贤; traditional Chinese: 龔賢; pinyin: Gōng Xián; Wade–Giles: Kung Hsien; 1618–1689; the specific year of birth is disputed as early as 1617 or as late as 1620; born in Kunshan, Jiangsu) was…