This horse scroll painting is a study of the old tree ink wash theme, patient and well observed. Color, where it appears, is used sparingly and to real effect. For shoppers browsing ink wash painting, this one hits the familiar notes without a hint of fuss.
The ink-wash technique gives the scene its atmosphere, all tone and suggestion. Painted with an easy, practiced brush, the old tree feels observed rather than invented. The eye is led, never pushed, from one part of the scene to the next. Each viewing finds the eye settling somewhere new. The mood is contemplative rather than dramatic, inviting the viewer to slow down. A quiet picture, but one with real staying power.
For a home leaning toward chinese silk scroll painting, this scroll is a natural fit. It will sit comfortably beside other Asian art, or carry a wall on its own. It suits both modern and traditional rooms.
