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清惲壽平王翬花卉山水合冊 冊 辛夷

清惲壽平王翬花卉山水合冊 冊 辛夷, by Yun Shouping, unspecified, 1650
清惲壽平王翬花卉山水合冊 冊 辛夷, by Yun Shouping, unspecified, 1650

清惲壽平王翬花卉山水合冊 冊 辛夷 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

This painting is part of an album titled 'Qing Yun Shouping Wang Hui hua hui shan shui he ce', created around 1650. It is held in the National Palace Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a floral arrangement, featuring white and pink flowers with green leaves and stems, set against a light beige background. The flowers are identified as magnolia blossoms, arranged in a decorative pattern.

Technique & Style

The painting is executed in a realistic style, characterized by attention to detail in the rendering of the flowers and leaves, resulting in an overall effect of elegance and refinement.

History & Provenance

The album was created by Yun Shouping, a prominent early Qing dynasty painter and calligrapher, recognized as one of the 'Six Masters' of the period.

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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