Terrace Scene with Figures
17th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Dimensions
31 1/4 x 36 in. (79.4 x 91.4 cm)
Classification
Paintings
Culture & Period
China · Ming (1368–1644) or Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Roland Koscherak, 1956
Accession Number
56.120
Tags
Art Historical Context
Step into the elegant world of 17th-century with *Terrace Scene with Figures a captivating hanging scroll in ink and color on silk Created by an unidentified artist during the late Ming dynasty (1368–1644) or early Qing period (1644–1911), this painting measures 31¼ x 36 inches and exemplifies the refined artistry of Chinese literati culture. Hanging scrolls like this were prized possessions, unrolled for contemplation during scholarly gatherings or festive occasions, blending poetry, painting, and philosophy. The composition likely depicts gentlemen gathered on a terrace around tables, evoki...