• Kim Si (1524-1593)
• Joseon Dynasty, second half of 16th century
• Ink and light color on silk
• Private Collection
• Treasure

A humorous yet pastoral mood emerges from this scene of a donkey stubbornly refusing to cross a stream, while a young boy pulls hard on its reins. The surrounding natural landscape draws attention with its bold composition and dramatic contrasts. On the left, a bent pine tree stretches outward, seemingly touching a towering, precariously leaning mountain. The rocks and foreground cliffs are rendered with vigorous brushstrokes using bold ax-cut strokes, powerfully emphasizing their solid, rugged texture. Some interpret the scene as a metaphor for resisting worldly life.인문印文 「김시계수金禔季綏」