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Peace for the New Year
Peace for the New Year is an unspecified painting by the Qing dynasty painting artist Ding Guanpeng. It dates from 1748 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.
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Overview
Peace for the New Year is a 1748 painting by Ding Guanpeng, a Qing dynasty artist who worked in the Palace Painting Academy. The work showcases his skill in detailed, colorful compositions.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a bustling scene outside an ornate building with a blue roof and red walls, set against a backdrop of trees and mountains. Many people are shown walking or standing in groups, conveying a sense of peaceful activity.
Technique & Style
Ding Guanpeng's training in both traditional Qing painting and oil painting under Giuseppe Castiglione is evident in the work's detailed and colorful execution, blending different artistic influences.
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Artist
Ding Guanpeng (traditional Chinese: 丁觀鵬; simplified Chinese: 丁观鹏; pinyin: Dīng Guānpéng; Wade–Giles: Ting Kuan-p'eng) (active 1708–1771) was a Chinese painter who lived during the Qing dynasty.
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