Landscape after Gao Kegong, 1679
Lü Huanchengexpand_more
Ink and colors on paperexpand_more
The Shared Fundexpand_more 2013.58.2
On View in Gallery 203expand_more
Tiny buildings and figures indicate the huge scale of the mountains in this painting. The peaks fade into distant mists, a technique called atmospheric perspective, adding to the imposing effect.
Philosophers use many metaphors to explain the nature of the Dao, or “way,” of Daoism because it is difficult to grasp, and its essence is impossible to translate into any language. Water is the natural and physical element most closely resembling the Dao. Therefore, the concept of the Dao can be understood and appreciated by watching the flow of water, as figures in this painting are doing.
Details
- Title
- Landscape after Gao Kegong
- Artist Life
- 1630 - 1703 or later
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 2013.58.2
- Curator Approved
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