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明孝慈高皇后半身像 軸

明孝慈高皇后半身像 軸, by Unknown, unspecified
明孝慈高皇后半身像 軸, by Unknown, unspecified

明孝慈高皇后半身像 軸 is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum. This hanging scroll painting depicts a woman in a formal, ornate outfit.

About this work

Overview

This hanging scroll painting depicts a woman in a formal, ornate outfit.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Empress Xiaocizhuang, the mother of the Yongle Emperor, portrayed with a calm demeanor. Her attire and accessories, including a yellow robe and green headpiece, signify her high status.

Technique & Style

The painting features bold, expressive lines and a vibrant color palette, with intricate details on the subject's clothing and adornments. The artist's use of contrasting colors, such as yellow, green, and blue, creates a visually striking effect against the light beige background.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Palace Museum open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.