Which of the following best describes the style in which the artist painted the image above?
a.
painted with great naturalism
b.
resembles more archaic paintings for a previous great dynasty and era
c.
very realistic and detailed, common to Chinese painting
d.
all of the above
The correct answer is: B. Resembles more archaic paintings for a previous great dynasty and era.
Explanation:
The painting shown is called "Autumn Colors in the Qiao and Hua Mountains" and it was painted by the Chinese artist Zhao Mengfu of Wuxing (1254-1322). He lived during the Yuan Dynasty, and quickly became one of the most influential artists and calligraphers of the time. This painting is portraying Mount Qiao, and it resembles art deriving from previous eras and dynasties. The artist chose this style to give a sense of magnificence and nostalgia in his work.
