Ink Bamboo (墨竹)

This painting is a traditional Chinese ink-wash painting. It depicts a bamboo plant, showcasing the freshness of the bamboo leaves and the uprightness of the bamboo stem. In the upper right corner of the painting, there are inscriptions and a seal. The inscription reads "Three days after Qingming of the year Guimao, Xue Jushi," which is the artist's signature and stamp, also indicating the time of creation. The entire composition uses concise brushstrokes and contrasting black-and-white tones to convey the resilient image of the bamboo and evokes a sense of tranquility and elegance.