Chou Wen-chü was a Painter-in-Attendance at the Southern T'ang court who specialized in depicting figures, especially ladies. In this painting, ducks are seen swimming playfully on the surface of a lake and rendered in a lifelike and natural manner. Next to the pavilion are bamboo as well as peach and willow trees. By the railing next to the water is a lady resting, evoking a scene of leisure and elegance. The windows of the water kiosk are open with the blinds drawn up. Inside is a standing screen decorated with wave designs and bordered by floral designs in gold commonly found in the Sung dynasty (960-1279). Two square stools have been placed to the left and right, and the seats are made of woven palm while the legs are in the shape of ju-i scepters. To the other side is a square table with one side that has a single railing and the other a double. Placed on the top is a white cloth with a setting of a bronze-gilt incense burner and books.