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Calligraphy

Chang Ku-nien

Artwork Details

Calligraphy
1970
Chang Ku-nien
hanging scroll, ink on gold-flecked paper
51 in. x 23 1/4 in. ( 129.5 cm x 59 cm )
Gift of Dr. Cheng-Yang and Mrs. Shirley Chang
2006/1.128

Description

Subject Matter:

The inscription is a discussion on the vulgarity and the elegance in painting from the book "Art of Paiting of Xiaoshan" writen by Qing dynasty painter Zou Yigui (or Zou Xiaoshan). Chang Ku-nien inscribed it here, which may suggest that he hoped to be a wise artist who understands the subtlety of using color and ink.

Physical Description:

The inscription is a famous discussion on the vulgarity and the elegance in painting by Qing Dynasty painter Zou Yigui (or Zou Xiaoshan).

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