Su Dongbo's Visit to Chibi
Medium
Hanging scroll; on silk
Dimensions
70 3/4 x 37 in. (179.7 x 94 cm)
Classification
Paintings
Culture & Period
China · Ming (1368–1644) or Qing (1644–1911) dynasty
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Ellis G. Seymour, 1926
Accession Number
26.114.5
Art Historical Context
Step into the poetic world of ancient China with *Su Dongbo's Visit Chibi*, a captivating hanging scroll painted on silk by an unidentified artist, possibly Xiao Zhao. Measuring an impressive 70¾ x 37 inches (179.7 x 94 cm), this work from the Ming (1368–1644) or Qing (1644–1911) dynasty vertically like a storybook, inviting viewers to savor its delicate brushwork and serene composition. Hanging scrolls like this were prized in literati culture, unrolled for contemplation during scholarly gatherings or festivals, blending art with personal reflection. The title evokes Su Dongbo—better known a...