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The Horse's Familiarity with West Lake Road

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The artwork gracefully depicts a scene from a bygone era; a solitary figure, mounted on a horse, is the focal point, riding past a traditional-style building. The artist's brushstrokes, executed with a distinct calligraphic style, convey a sense of fluidity and movement, creating a soft, yet defined outline of the horse and rider. The building, with its multi-tiered roof and open balcony, hints at a teahouse or tavern, providing context to the scene. The sparse use of ink creates a subtle contrast, allowing the viewer's eyes to focus on the essential elements. The composition cleverly balances the horse and rider on the left, the building on the right, and the implied narrative between them.

The Horse's Familiarity with West Lake Road

Feng Zikai

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