Artwork

宋郭熙早春圖 軸

宋郭熙早春圖 軸, by Guo Xi, unspecified, 1072
宋郭熙早春圖 軸, by Guo Xi, unspecified, 1072

宋郭熙早春圖 軸 is an unspecified painting by the Ming dynasty painting artist Guo Xi. It dates from 1072 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.

About this work

Overview

This hanging scroll, painted on silk, is the work of Guo Xi, a prominent artist of the Northern Song dynasty.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts an early spring landscape, centered around a large mountain with trees, bushes, and buildings at its base, set against a hazy sky with clouds.

Technique & Style

Executed in a traditional Chinese style, the work features bold brushstrokes and muted colors, with techniques such as layering and blending used to achieve depth and texture.

History & Provenance

Dated to 1072, the painting is now part of the National Palace Museum's collection, a renowned repository of Chinese art and artifacts.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Guo Xi

Artist

Guo Xi

Chinese, ca. 1000–ca. 1090

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