Artist
Lei Yanmei
Lei Yanmei is an artist. 1 work is cataloged here, principally at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This Chinese artist carved and printed a woodblock image of Guanyin in 947. The print shows the bodhisattva in flowing robes holding a vase and willow branch, surrounded by details that tell a story of mercy. Look for the subtle color washes and fine linework that make every figure distinct. Tap into the print’s right edge to see how the artist layered ink to create depth without shadows.
Works by Lei Yanmei
Collections represented
Museum
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