Yuan dynasty painting

Yuan dynasty painting (1271–1368) reflects a shift toward individual expression and natural landscapes, emphasizing brushwork and ink techniques. Influenced by Mongol rule, artists often favored expressive, spontaneous styles and personal viewpoints over formalities. Iconic genres include ink landscape paintings, calligraphy, and scholar-artists' works that emphasize harmony with nature and introspection. This era marked a transition from courtly, ornate art to more personal, expressive styles, laying groundwork for future Ming and Qing innovations. Overall, Yuan painting celebrates artistic individualism, natural beauty, and the pursuit of inner resonance through disciplined brushwork.