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Mountain Terrace and Pavilion

960–1279

China, Song dynasty

(960-1279)
Medium
Album leaf, ink on silk
Measurements
Diameter: 24.6 cm (9 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust 1915.701
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A circular ink painting on mottled brown silk depicts a landscape terrace. Fine-lined wooden railings zigzag from the bottom center toward a small pavilion nestled among dark, leafy trees on the right. The upper composition remains open, featuring light, hazy washes suggesting a misty background. Delicate brushstrokes define the architecture, while the weathered silk and muted tones enhance the atmospheric depth, guiding the eye across the scene.

Mountain Terrace and Pavilion

960–1279

China, Song dynasty (960-1279)

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