“Plowing in the Rain” is a 1955 landscape ink and wash painting by the renowned artist Qi Baishi. This piece exemplifies the traditional Chinese art form wherein ink and water are used to create delicate, nuanced depictions of natural scenes.
The artwork depicts a farmer plowing his fields under the rain, accompanied by an ox. This pastoral scene is rendered in the characteristic minimalist style of Chinese ink wash painting, emphasizing simplicity and spontaneity. The surrounding landscape, including a bridge, trees, and distant mountains, is illustrated with bold, expressive brushstrokes. Above the central image, poetic calligraphy adds a layer of lyrical narrative to the visual representation. The monochromatic color palette contributes to the tranquil and meditative quality of the piece.
