Geese Flying grey Despite this

Despite this

conjuring an autumn tableau that remains lively despite the absence of trees

a striking stone of unique coloration—reminiscent of icy coldness—dominates nearly half of the composition

evoking the sentiment of Siegfried Sassoon’s verses: "In me the tiger sniffs the rose

and discover the poetry and tranquillity of talented Taiwanese painters who are following in the traditions of old masters

Geese Flying grey Despite thisCan you locate the protagonist in this painting? Hou Xiantang's works always beckons a playful exploration, encouraging viewers to uncover hidden surprises. Positioned atop the mountain, the protagonist's journey is hinted at by the presence of a small donkey at the foothill. Entitled "Geese Flying," the painting depicts the man delighting in the spectacle of geese migrating south. He wears a flowing white robe, captured with fluid ink strokes,