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Zhao Mengfu's depiction of herding horses in autumn suburb
Updated: Mar 6, 2026
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How many horses can you spot in Herding Horses in Autumn Suburb by the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) master Zhao Mengfu (1254-1322)? Set in a crisp autumn landscape, the painting shows a horse keeper in a striking red robe tending horses beside a pond.
Some horses gallop and chase each other, some stroll leisurely, some lower their heads to drink water, while others lift their necks and neigh. Each pose is vividly captured, revealing the artist's extraordinary brushwork and keen observation of life. Collection: Palace Museum.
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