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名賢妙蹟 冊 宋李嵩市擔嬰戲

名賢妙蹟 冊 宋李嵩市擔嬰戲, by Li Song, unspecified, 1170
名賢妙蹟 冊 宋李嵩市擔嬰戲, by Li Song, unspecified, 1170

名賢妙蹟 冊 宋李嵩市擔嬰戲 is an unspecified painting by the Song dynasty landscape artist Li Song. It dates from 1170 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.

About this work

Overview

名賢妙蹟 冊 宋李嵩市擔嬰戲 is a silk painting created by Li Song in 1170, currently housed at the National Palace Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The work features two contrasting circular compositions: one with black ink Chinese characters and the other depicting a group in traditional attire gathered around a bare tree, suggesting an integration of artistic and literary elements.

Technique & Style

For insights into the techniques employed, the artist Li Song's broader body of work provides context, as specific methods used in this piece are not detailed here.

History & Provenance

Created in 1170 by Li Song, the painting is now part of the National Palace Museum's collection.

Context

The blend of calligraphy and figurative painting reflects the cultural synthesis of art and literature prevalent during the Song dynasty.

Legacy

The piece's legacy is intertwined with Li Song's reputation and the enduring interest in Song dynasty art, though its specific impact is not broadly outlined in available information.

Artist & collection

Artist

Li Song

This painter worked in the Southern Song dynasty, creating small silk scrolls of everyday life and quiet moments.

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