Man, Buffalo, and Calf

In 1145, Li You painted ‘Man, Buffalo, and Calf’ on an album leaf. Ink and color on silk show a serene scene from the Southern Song dynasty.

The painting depicts a man leading a buffalo and its calf. The figures are rendered with delicate brushwork typical of the period.

Li You was active around 1145. Details about his life are scarce. His work survives as a glimpse into Southern Song art.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, https://clevelandart.org/art/1960.41

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