Artwork

Miniature Album with Figures and Landscape

Miniature Album with Figures and Landscape, by Zeng Yandong, unspecified, 1822
Miniature Album with Figures and Landscape, by Zeng Yandong, unspecified, 1822

Miniature Album with Figures and Landscape is an unspecified painting by the Qing dynasty painting artist Zeng Yandong. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Miniature Album with Figures and Landscape is a painting by Zeng Yandong, dated to 1822, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts scenes of figures within a landscape. Its inclusion in a miniature album suggests it was intended for personal use or portability.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by its small scale, indicating a level of delicacy and detail in its execution, typical of miniature paintings.

History & Provenance

Created in 1822, the painting is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, where it is preserved alongside other similar objects.

Artist & collection

Artist

Zeng Yandong

Zeng Yandong (1751–1827) was a Chinese artist.

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