Artwork
清 張風 山水圖 冊 紙本|Landscapes
清 張風 山水圖 冊 紙本|Landscapes is an ink painting by the Baroque artist Zhang Feng. It dates from 1644 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Zhang Feng's *Landscapes* is an album composed of twelve individual leaves, each depicting a distinct natural scene. Created in 1644, this work exemplifies traditional Chinese painting through its chosen medium of ink and color applied to paper. The collection offers a sequential visual journey, inviting contemplation of various natural vistas as presented by the artist.
Technique & Style
A notable stylistic element is the deliberate use of negative space, where unpainted areas of the paper contribute to a sense of depth and atmospheric quality.
Each leaf in the album is rendered with ink and color on paper, characteristic of traditional Chinese painting. Zhang Feng employs bold brushstrokes and a vibrant palette to define the natural forms. A notable stylistic element is the deliberate use of negative space, where unpainted areas of the paper contribute to a sense of depth and atmospheric quality. This technique also directs the viewer's attention to the primary compositional elements within each scene.
Artist & collection
