Chinese landscape painting in Song Dynasty style by artist Qian Xuan.
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The image is a Chinese landscape painting in the style of the Song Dynasty. It depicts a wide river flowing through a mountainous landscape. The river is in the foreground of the painting, with a small boat on it. The mountains are in the background, with a temple nestled in the valley. The painting is done in ink and wash, with light washes of color. The brushwork is delicate and precise, and the overall effect is one of peace and tranquility.
The painting is attributed to the late Song Dynasty artist Qian Xuan (1235-1307). Qian Xuan was a native of Wuxing, Jiangsu Province. He was a member of the "Four Masters of the Yuan Dynasty", along with Huang Gongwang, Wu Zhen, and Ni Zan. Qian Xuan's paintings are known for their simple and elegant style, and they are often compared to the works of the Song Dynasty artist Mi Fu.
