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Four Gentlemen in Chinese Paintings
In Chinese art, plants including the orchid, the bamboo, the chrysanthemum, and the plum blossom are called The Four Gentlemen. The Four Gentlemen, also called the Four Noble Ones, The term compares the four plants to Confucianist junzi, or "gentlemen". They … Continue reading
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Chinese Bamboo Painting
This is a piece of ink bamboo showing amply the wet brush technique of the painter. He added a bit of glue in light ink to paint the bamboo stalk, making it light, full, and strong. The bamboo leaves, thick … Continue reading
