Album Leaf from Figures in River Landscapes

This is the thirteenth and final leaf from the Figures in River Landscape album by Wang Gai (1677-1705), which is painted with ink on paper. Each leaf contains a landscape, which was painted in situ by Wang Gai. Repeating themes throughout the album include figures immersed in the natural environment, which reflects the literati’s yearning and nostalgia.

It contains an inscription by Huang Tianyuan of Yundu and 4 seals by him. In the inscription, Huang Tianyuan comments on the paintings by Wang Gai in this album.