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Calligraphy of Artist’s Own Poetry

Wang Chong

Artwork Details

Calligraphy of Artist’s Own Poetry
1532
Wang Chong
Handscroll, ink on paper with silk and gold-flecks
12 in. x 33 ft. 4 in. (30.48 x 1016 cm);11 3/4 in. x 25 ft. 8 3/16 in. (29.85 x 782.8 cm);11 3/4 in. x 31 ft. 3 in. (29.85 x 952.5 cm);12 x 2 x 2 in. (30.48 x 5.08 x 5.08 cm)
Gift of Jiu-Fong Lo Chang and Kuei-sheng Chang
2022/2.43

Description

Subject Matter:

Wang Chong's Calligraphy of Artist's Own Poetry is a hand scroll of seven poems he dedicated to Mr. Baishi (Shen Zhou). The scroll consists of descriptions of nature as a reflection of his desire to live a secluded and tranquil life, despite his failing health and unsuccessful attempts at becoming a public official.

Physical Description:

Calligraphies and drawings with one of the drawings being on a blue background. The exterior is flowers in a geometric design in blue, orange, cream, and green on a tan background.

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