Artwork

Old Trees and a Cluster of Bamboos after Ni Zan

Old Trees and a Cluster of Bamboos after Ni Zan, by Yun Shouping, unspecified, 1650
Old Trees and a Cluster of Bamboos after Ni Zan, by Yun Shouping, unspecified, 1650

Old Trees and a Cluster of Bamboos after Ni Zan is an unspecified painting by the Qing dynasty painting artist Yun Shouping. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Palace Museum.

About this work

Overview

Old Trees and a Cluster of Bamboos after Ni Zan is a painting by Yun Shouping, a prominent artist of the early Qing dynasty, created around 1650. It is part of the National Palace Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring old trees with twisted trunks and sparse foliage, accompanied by a cluster of bamboos with feathery leaves and slender stalks, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

Yun Shouping's use of subtle shading and delicate brushstrokes creates depth and texture, reflecting his engagement with historical styles, particularly the compositional approach of the Yuan-dynasty painter Ni Zan.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Yun Shouping

Artist

Yun Shouping

Yun Shouping (Chinese: 惲壽平; 1633 – 1690), also known as Nantian (Chinese: 南田), was a Chinese calligrapher and painter.

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