Artwork
Figures in Landscape
Figures in Landscape is a paint painting by the Baroque artist Bingzhen Jiao. It dates from 1723 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Figures in Landscape is a delicate fan painting depicting a serene scene. It was created by Jiao Bingzhen, a court artist active during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a few figures set within a lush, green landscape framed by trees. The scene is rendered in meticulous detail, with tiny brushstrokes used to create a realistic effect.
Technique & Style
Jiao Bingzhen's work is characterized by its fine execution, evident in the realistic depiction of leaves and other natural elements.
History & Provenance
The fan was once owned by Qing statesman Li Hongzhang. It is an example of the small gifts given by Qing emperors to favored aristocrats and officials, featuring contributions from multiple artists, including Jiao Bingzhen and calligrapher Fang Guangcheng.
Artist & collection
Artist
Bingzhen Jiao painted delicate Chinese ink landscapes and figures in the early 1700s.
