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元人集錦 卷 管道昇煙雨叢竹

元人集錦 卷 管道昇煙雨叢竹, by Guan Daosheng, unspecified, 1308
元人集錦 卷 管道昇煙雨叢竹, by Guan Daosheng, unspecified, 1308

元人集錦 卷 管道昇煙雨叢竹 is an unspecified painting by the Song dynasty landscape artist Guan Daosheng. It dates from 1308 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.

About this work

Overview

Yan Yu Cong Zhu (Smoke and Rain on a Thicket of Bamboo), created in 1308 by Guan Daosheng, is a Yuan dynasty painting exemplifying the song landscape tradition. Characterized by serene natural imagery, the work showcases Guan's distinctive style.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil landscape featuring a bamboo thicket, trees of varying sizes, hills, and a body of water, all enveloped in mist and rain. This composition embodies the contemplative and naturalistic themes of the song landscape genre.

Technique & Style

Guan Daosheng's expertise in bamboo painting and calligraphy is evident in the work's simple, elegant execution. The muted color palette enhances the overall sense of calm, reflecting her refined artistic approach.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1308 during the early Yuan dynasty, Yan Yu Cong Zhu is now part of the National Palace Museum's collection. Guan Daosheng, a renowned painter and poet, is notably recognized as the most prominent female artist of her era in China.

Artist & collection

Artist

Guan Daosheng

Guan Daosheng, also known as Guan Zhongji or Lady Zhongji (her courtesy name) (Chinese: 管道昇; Wade–Giles: Kuan Tao-sheng; 字仲姬;1262–1319), was a Chinese painter and poet who was active during the early Yuan dynasty.

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