Untamable Mountain by Chung Chen Sun, created in 2006, reflects the artist’s dedication to refining his craft and exploring profound themes. This work, inspired by Lin Zexu's famous words, “The ocean embraces all rivers, demonstrating greatness through tolerance. The cliff rises sheer and unyielding, achieving strength through detachment,” stands as a testament to the artist’s unwavering determination to imbue his work with resilience and depth of meaning. Compared to the earlier rendition, the painting conveys an even more commanding and solemn aura. If the previous piece symbolized a vibrant and unrestrained determination, this latest work embodies steadfastness, rising above worldly concerns.

The sunlit rivers and seas of the earlier composition have been replaced by a boundless sea of clouds. The warm vitality of radiant sunsets has been fully absorbed into the mountains' resolute and unshakable spirit. Chung Chen Sun’s deliberate muting of colors is especially striking in this piece, achieving an unparalleled sense of grandeur. The lively energy of bright lakes and seas has given way to the imposing dignity of towering peaks. The cloud sea, vast and ethereal, is both serene and profound, wrapping around the mountains with a sense of purity and timelessness. Amid this expansive cloudscape, wild geese soar between the peaks. Every element in the painting sheds the trappings of earthly distractions, amplifying the sense of "detachment." The cold mountain stones remain subtly tinged with green, while the bright yellow treetops on the cliffs add delicate accents to the landscape. The brushwork is even more assured and refined, showcasing a rich interplay of dry and light ink, with abundant variation.

The artist’s relentless exploration of traditional brush techniques and his deep study of their stylistic evolution are evident in the confident strokes of this masterpiece. Each line reflects thoughtful deliberation and mastery.

The monumental mountains and the infinite sea of clouds, painstakingly honed by Chung Chen Sun, come together in Untamable Mountain to reveal an entirely new vision. As the saying goes, “Poetry is the voice of the heart; painting is its imprint.” Behind the solemn mountains lies the artist’s unwavering spirit. Unyielding to fleeting trends, Chung Chen Sun crafts his art with a steadfast heart, producing a masterpiece that, though it exists amidst the bustling world, remains untouched by its dust. Indeed, this is an exemplary work of art.