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Greeting the Spring, 1600. Creator: Wu Bin (Chinese, active c. 1591-1626)
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Greeting the Spring, 1600. Creator: Wu Bin (Chinese, active c. 1591-1626)
Greeting the Spring, 1600. This masterfully composed landscape in light colours and delicate brushwork is an image of the water-rich Jiangnan region in southeast China, where Wu Bin was active as an artist. Embedded in rolling hills along lakesides and streams nestle cityscapes hosting numerous spring festivities. Lantern displays and street performances in the villages salute the New Year, and are interwoven with scenes of farming, fishing, and silk making. In one scene in the middle ground, an ox made of clay under a canopy is lead in a procession to an architectural compound, a ceremony known as " whipping the spring ox" in hope for a good harvest. This handscroll bears five collector seals by the Qianlong emperor indicating his appreciation for the painting
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1368 1644 Active C Handscroll Ink And Light Colour On Paper Ming Dynasty
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This print titled "Greeting the Spring, 1600" transports viewers to the enchanting Jiangnan region in southeast China. Created by Wu Bin, a talented Chinese artist active during the late Ming Dynasty, this masterfully composed landscape painting showcases his delicate brushwork and expert use of light colors. The image depicts rolling hills that embrace lakesides and streams, forming a picturesque backdrop for bustling cityscapes adorned with vibrant lantern displays. The scene comes alive with the joyous festivities of spring as villagers celebrate the New Year through street performances and various cultural activities. Amidst these scenes of merriment, glimpses of everyday life unfold - farmers tending to their fields, fishermen casting their nets into tranquil waters, and artisans meticulously crafting silk. A particularly intriguing moment captured in this handscroll is a ceremony known as "whipping the spring ox". In the middle ground, an intricately crafted clay ox stands under a canopy while being led in procession towards an architectural compound. This ritual symbolizes hopes for a bountiful harvest and prosperity in the coming year. Adding further significance to this artwork are five collector seals placed by Emperor Qianlong himself. These seals serve as testament to his appreciation for Wu Bin's exceptional talent and artistic vision. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, this Heritage Art print allows us to immerse ourselves in Wu Bin's evocative portrayal of Jiangnan's beauty and its rich cultural traditions from centuries past.
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