Who painted Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession?

Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession was painted by Wang Zhenpeng in 1400.

Where can I see Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession?

Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession is held by National Palace Museum.

Artwork

Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession

Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession is an unspecified painting by Wang Zhenpeng. It dates from 1400 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.

About this work

Overview

Chung K'uei Escorting His Sister's Wedding Procession is a painting attributed to Wang Zhenpeng, a Yuan Dynasty artist known for his landscape and architectural works.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the folklore figure Chung K'uei leading a wedding procession, showcasing a scene rich in cultural and artistic traditions of the Yuan Dynasty.

Technique & Style

Executed in a detailed, uncolored style, the work features numerous small figures and objects, conveying a sense of movement and energy through its muted shades of brown and gray.

History & Provenance

Wang Zhenpeng was active in the Yuan Dynasty imperial court between 1280 and 1329, and was influenced by Li Gonglin's style, emphasizing ease and grace in his architectural paintings.

Artist & collection

Artist

Wang Zhenpeng

Wang Zhenpeng (simplified Chinese: 王振鹏; traditional Chinese: 王振鵬; pinyin: Wáng Zhènpéng; Wade–Giles: Wang Chên-p'êng); was a Chinese landscape painter who worked in the imperial court during the Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368).