Pine and Plum

Artist Zhang Cunren (Chinese, active 1567 - 1652)

Date1598

DynastyMing dynasty (1368 - 1644), Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911)

MaterialsInk and colors on gold-surfaced paper

DimensionsH. 12 in x W. 24 1/8 in, H. 30.48 cm x W. 61.28 cm

Credit LineGift of Joseph and Nancy Wang in memory of Dr. and Mrs. Hsin-Chung Wang

Object number1998.33.q

DepartmentChinese Art

ClassificationsPainting

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SignedSeal: “服初” (白文方印)。

MarkingsOne seal (unidentified).

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Pine and plum are united in this fan painting by Ming artist Zhang Cunren, to express his perception of the harmony of their characteristics. The pink plum flowers on sharp, straight stems and the winding green pine trunks contrast strongly in color and form, intensifying the sense of nature’s fecundity.

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