Lu Ji Remnant Lotus Eagle Heron Map Axis

[Lu Ji’s Remaining Lotus Eagle and Heron Painting Axis]

The Remaining Lotus Eagle and Heron Painting Axis, Ming Dynasty, Lu Ji’s painting, silk edition, ink painting, 190 cm vertically and 105.2 cm horizontally
Payment signature: “Lv Ji”. Seal “Four Ming Lu Tingzhen”
The picture depicts a breathtaking scene in the lotus pond in autumn. The goshawk dives to fight the egret, and the egret rushes into the depths of the reeds, hoping to escape. The birds either fled or were frightened and called. The strong wind blows the reeds and residual lotus, which adds to the spirit of silence. The author grasps the natural characteristics of birds and endows them with dramatic plot performance, which makes the picture have a gripping appeal. The painter uses freehand brushwork to draw withered lotus leaves, the effect is lifelike, reflecting the superb ink control ability.