Who painted Happy New Year?

Happy New Year was painted by Unknown in 1692.

Where can I see Happy New Year?

Happy New Year is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Happy New Year?

Happy New Year is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Happy New Year

Unknown , 1692

Happy New Year is a print by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1692 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

To see more prints from this time, look up china, qing dynasty (1644–1911), kangxi reign (1622–1722).

A red-and-gold paper print shows a man in a long robe holding a scroll that says “Happy New Year.” Around him are vases, bowls, and a teapot—all blue-and-white porcelain.

This print was made to hang on a wall during the Chinese New Year. It’s one of the first colorful, single-sheet prints sold in cities like Suzhou. People bought them to decorate their homes for the holiday.

To see more prints from this time, look up china, qing dynasty (1644–1911), kangxi reign (1622–1722).

Overview

This print, titled 'Happy New Year', is a red-and-gold paper print featuring a figure in a long robe holding a scroll with a celebratory message.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man surrounded by blue-and-white porcelain objects, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity, and was intended to be displayed during the Chinese New Year.

Technique & Style

The print is an example of a single-sheet color print, showcasing the evolving printing techniques in Jiangnan cities during the 1600s.

History & Provenance

It is associated with the commercialized print culture that emerged in cities like Suzhou during the Kangxi reign of the Qing dynasty.