Yuan Dynasty Collection (page 4)

White-Robed Guanyin, late 1200s-early 1300s. Guanyin, the bodhisattva of infinite compassion (Avalokiteshvara, in Sanskrit), reveals himself in many forms

A Pastoral Scene, 1271-1368(?). Creator: Unknown
A Pastoral Scene, 1271-1368(?)

A Prunus in the Moonlight, 1300s. Creator: Wang Mian (Chinese, 1287-1359)
A Prunus in the Moonlight, 1300s. This magnificent plum tree under the full moon is a masterwork of powerful brushwork and composition

A Palace, 1271-1368. Creator: Unknown
A Palace, 1271-1368

Buddhist Panel, 1300s. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist Panel, 1300s

Old Trees by a Cool Spring, 1326. Creator: Li Shixing (Chinese, 1283-1328)
Old Trees by a Cool Spring, 1326

Poetic Feeling in a Thatched Pavilion, 1347. Creator: Wu Zhen (Chinese, 1280-1354)
Poetic Feeling in a Thatched Pavilion, 1347

Plum Blossoms in Moonlight, first half of 14th century. Creator: Yan Hui (Chinese
Plum Blossoms in Moonlight, first half of 14th century

Dwelling in the Longmian ( Sleeping Dragon ) Mountains, 1100s-1200s. Creator
Dwelling in the Longmian (" Sleeping Dragon" ) Mountains, 1100s-1200s

Bamboo in the Wind, 1300s. Creator: Puming (Xue Zhuang) (Chinese, active before 1274-after 1329)
Bamboo in the Wind, 1300s

Landscape Ink-Play, 1300s. Creator: Fang Congyi (Chinese, active c. 1340-1380)
Landscape Ink-Play, 1300s

Bamboo in Four Seasons: Winter, 1279-1368. Creator: Unknown
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Winter, 1279-1368

Bamboo in Four Seasons: Summer, 1279-1368. Creator: Unknown
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Summer, 1279-1368. The painting depicts high bamboo stems in a breeze with leaves all torn in one direction. The rock on the right suggests a garden setting

Bamboo in Four Seasons: Spring, 1279-1368. Creator: Unknown
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Spring, 1279-1368

Bamboo in Four Seasons: Autumn, 1279-1368. Creator: Unknown
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Autumn, 1279-1368

Bamboo, Rock, and Tall Tree, c. 1300s. Creator: Ni Zan (Chinese, 1301-1374)
Bamboo, Rock, and Tall Tree, c. 1300s

Bamboo in Four Seasons: Spring and Autumn, 1279-1368. Creator: Unknown
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Spring and Autumn, 1279-1368

Bodhidharma Crossing the Yangzi on a Reed, 1300s. Creator: Unknown
Bodhidharma Crossing the Yangzi on a Reed, 1300s. Bodhidharma was a legendary Indian monk who is said to have transmitted the Chan (or Zen) doctrine from India to China in the 6th century

Carrying a Qin on a Visit, 1271-1368. Creator: Luo Zhichuan (Chinese, active 1280s-1320s)
Carrying a Qin on a Visit, 1271-1368

Burning incense, 14th century. Found in the Collection of Shanghai Museum

Gilt Bronze Figure of a Dharmapala, Yuan Dynasty, 1279-1368. A dharmapala is a type of wrathful god in Buddhism. The name means Dharma protector or defender in Sanskrit

A Mongol groom leading a horse to be presented as tribute to the Chinese court
CHINA: HORSE AND GROOM. A Mongol groom leading a horse to be presented as tribute to the Chinese court. Detail of a painted handscroll by Chao Yung, Yuan Dynasty, 1347

Kublai Khan. Fifth Khagan (Great Khan) of the Mongol Empire from 1260 to 1294, founder of the Yuan dynasty in China as a conquest dynasty in 1271

Daoist Cap 960- 1279 China Song dynasty 960-1279
Daoist Cap, 960- 1279. China, Song dynasty (960-1279) - Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Grayish-green jade with brown and black markings; interior with pink pigment and gold inlays; overall

Pastoral Scene 1271-1368 China Yuan dynasty Album leaf
A Pastoral Scene, 1271-1368(?). China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) ?. Album leaf, ink and color on silk; overall: 20.2 x 18.8 cm (7 15/16 x 7 3/8 in.)

A Palace 1271-1368 China Yuan dynasty Album leaf
A Palace, 1271-1368. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Album leaf, ink and color on silk; diameter: 26.2 cm (10 5/16 in.)

Bamboo Four Seasons Autumn 1279-1368 China Yuan dynasty
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Autumn, 1279-1368. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Hanging scroll, ink on silk; overall: 134.3 x 62.6 cm (52 7/8 x 24 5/8 in.); overall: 232.3 x 82.6 cm (91 7/16 x 32 1/2 in.)

Bamboo Four Seasons Spring Autumn 1279-1368 China
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Spring and Autumn, 1279-1368. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Hanging scroll, ink on silk; overall: 232.3 x 82.6 cm (91 7/16 x 32 1/2 in.)

Bamboo Four Seasons Spring 1279-1368 China Yuan dynasty
Bamboo in Four Seasons: Spring, 1279-1368. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Hanging scroll, ink on silk;

Cup Stand Dragons Fungus Scrolls 14th Century
Cup Stand with Dragons amid Fungus Scrolls, 14th Century. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Silvered and gilt copper with repousse design; diameter: 17.3 cm (6 13/16 in.)

Potter Seated Double Gourd Vase Ch ing-pai Ware
Potter Seated with Double Gourd Vase: Ch ing-pai Ware, 14th Century. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) - Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Porcelain with underglaze decoration; overall: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.)

Waterfall 1271-1368 China Song dynasty 960-1279
Waterfall, 1271-1368. China, Song dynasty (960-1279) - Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silk; overall: 83.8 x 36.6 cm (33 x 14 7/16 in.)

Buddhist Triumphant Temptation 1300-1320 China
Buddhist Triumphant over Temptation, c. 1300-1320. China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Gilt bronze; overall: 28.6 cm (11 1/4 in.)

MONGOLIAN ROCKET BATTERY. 13th century A. D. Drawing
MONGOLIAN ROCKET BATTERY. 13th century A.D. Drawing

LAO-TZU (c604-531 B. C. ). Chinese philosopher and founder of Taoism. Lao-Tzu and the Jade Emperor
LAO-TZU (c604-531 B.C.). Chinese philosopher and founder of Taoism. Lao-Tzu and the Jade Emperor (left). Detail from a Chinese Taoist fresco, Lord of the Southern Dipper. Yuan Dynasty, c1300

Equestrian acrobats in a Mongol circus. Left detail of a painted silk handscroll, Yuan or early Ming Dynasty
CHINA: HORSE RIDERS. Equestrian acrobats in a Mongol circus. Left detail of a painted silk handscroll, Yuan or early Ming Dynasty, 13th-15th century, after Chao Meng Fu (1254-1322)

A palace of the T ang Dynasty beside a lake. Painted silk hanging scroll, Yuan Dynasty, 1279-1368
CHINA: PALACE. A palace of the T ang Dynasty beside a lake. Painted silk hanging scroll, Yuan Dynasty, 1279-1368

Yang Kuei-fei, concubine of Emperor Ming Huang (712-756), mounting a horse
CHINA: CONCUBINE & HORSE. Yang Kuei-fei, concubine of Emperor Ming Huang (712-756), mounting a horse. Detail from a late 13th century copy, by Chien Shuan, of a T ang Dynasty scroll

Mongol warriors sent by Kublai Khan, the emperor of China, to invade Japan, 1274
JAPAN: MONGOL INVASION. Mongol warriors sent by Kublai Khan, the emperor of China, to invade Japan, 1274. Detail from Japanese scroll painting on paper, c1293

Yuan Dynasty Miaoying White Dagoba Temple, Beijing, China

Tapestry Dragons Flowers 11th-12th century
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CHINA: KIANG YUAN & SON. Kiang Yuan and her son, Hou Ji, a divinity of the harvest
CHINA: KIANG YAN & SON. Kiang Yan and her son, Hou Ji, a divinity of the harvest. Chinese woodcut

MONGOL WARRIOR. A Mongol trooper armed with bow, lance, and saber. Chinese woodcut, late 19th century, after a 13th century Chinese drawing

MONGOL GENERAL. A Mongol general in a yak-plumed helmet. Chinese woodcut, late 19th century, after a 13th century Chinese drawing

Map of Asia at the time of the greatest extent of the domination of the Mongols in
KW2603386 Map of Asia at the time of the greatest extent of the domination of the Mongols in the reign of Kublai Khan, from L Histoire Universelle Ancienne et Moderne

MONGOL GENERAL. A Mongol general in a yak-plumed helmet. Chinese woodcut, late 19th century, after a 13th century Chinese drawing

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The Yuan Dynasty, which lasted from 1279 to 1368, was a significant period in Chinese history. During this time, the Mongol conquerors ruled over China and left their mark on various aspects of society. The artistic achievements of the era are exemplified by masterpieces such as "Landscape After the Rain" by Kao Ko-kung, a beautiful depiction of nature's tranquility. Chinese silk album leaves from the it also showcase the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized this period. One notable example is an album leaf created by an unknown artist, showcasing scenes of writing books under pine trees—a testament to scholarly pursuits during this time. Another remarkable artwork is "River Village: Fisherman's Joy" by Zhao Mengfu. This painting captures the serene beauty of rural life along riverside villages, reflecting both simplicity and harmony with nature. "The Pleasures of Fishes, " painted by Zhou Dongqing in 1291, portrays fish swimming freely in a pond—an allegory for freedom and joy that resonated with many during this era. In contrast to these peaceful scenes, there were also glimpses into courtly life. An anonymous artist captured children playing in palace gardens—a reminder that even amidst political power struggles, innocence and playfulness prevailed. The influence of foreign cultures can be seen in artworks like "Tartar Officer with Blonde Lady. " This painting from the 19th century depicts cultural exchange between China and other regions during the Yuan Dynasty. Architecture also flourished during this period. Notable structures include Kun Ting Study Hall's altar at Ping Shan Heritage Trail—showcasing intricate design—and Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda—a symbol of spiritual significance within Yuen Long District's landscape. Artifacts like a plaque with openwork phoenix demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship dating back to both Five Dynasties period and Yuan dynasty (10th/14th century), highlighting how artistry transcends time.