Who painted Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7)?

Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7) was painted by Xiao Yuncong in 1668.

Where can I see Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7)?

Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7)?

Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7) is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7)

Xiao Yuncong , 1668

Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G (previous leaf 7) is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Xiao Yuncong. It dates from 1668 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

To see how later artists borrowed his light touch, look up the subject: china, qing dynasty (1644-1911).

You see a quiet river winding through misty hills, dotted with tiny boats and a few thatched huts.

Xiao Yuncong painted this scene from life, not memory. He walked the same paths, noticing how light changes with the seasons. The soft greens and blues feel fresh, almost like watercolor, even though we don’t know what he used.

To see how later artists borrowed his light touch, look up the subject: china, qing dynasty (1644-1911).

Overview

Album of Seasonal Landscapes, Leaf G, is a painting by Xiao Yuncong, depicting a serene river scene amidst misty hills, with tiny boats and thatched huts. Characterized by soft greens and blues, the work reflects the artist's practice of painting from nature.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a quintessential Jiangnan region landscape, inspired by Xiao's travels to Nanjing and Yangzhou. The painting captures the interplay of light and seasonal change, conveying a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

Xiao's technique yields a fresh, light-colored palette, reminiscent of watercolor. Although the exact medium is unknown, the style influenced later Shanghai school paintings with its distinctive light touch.

History & Provenance

Previously owned by Li Yufen in Yangzhou and then Wu Hufan in Shanghai, the album features Xiao's consistent seal below poetic inscriptions, while additional red seals indicate ownership by previous collectors.