Ladies Strolling in the Garden

Qiu Ying (c. 1494–1552), one of the Four Masters of the Wu School, created Ladies Strolling in the Garden as an elegant work of his figure painting.

The painting depicts graceful ladies walking and relaxing in a peaceful garden, enjoying the beauty of flowers, trees, and pavilions around them.

Figures are drawn with fine, smooth brushstrokes, showing gentle postures and refined manners. Their robes flow softly, capturing the delicate charm of ancient noble women.

The garden scenery is carefully arranged with clear lines and soft, elegant colors, creating a quiet and refined atmosphere.

Ladies Strolling in the Garden represents the high level of Ming Dynasty meticulous figure painting, combining beauty, grace, and poetic leisure in one complete work.