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Hundred Birds and the Three Friends, first quarter of the 1400s. Creator: Bian Wenjin (Chinese
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Hundred Birds and the Three Friends, first quarter of the 1400s. Creator: Bian Wenjin (Chinese
Hundred Birds and the Three Friends, first quarter of the 1400s. Among the most talented court painters of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Bian Wenjin was known for harmoniously combining elegant calligraphic brushwork with meticulous realism. From his close observations of nature, he carefully depicted four large magpies, medium-sized songbirds (bulbuls) with white necks and black heads, and numerous small sparrows in this painting. Ming period bird-and-flower paintings, as exemplified in this work, became much more ostentatious in size and colour scheme than those in earlier periods. Like many imperially commissioned works of art, Bians bird-and-flower works served as a vehicle to convey auspicious meanings or positive political messages for his imperial patrons. The " hundred bird" theme symbolizes the prosperity of a state under the rule of a sophisticated emperor. The " three friends of winter" --pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms--represent ones enduring perseverance in a harsh environment
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1368 1644 Hanging Scroll Ink And Colour On Silk Ming Dynasty
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This stunning print captures the essence of Bian Wenjin's masterpiece, "Hundred Birds and the Three Friends" created in the early 1400s during China's Ming dynasty. Known for his exceptional talent as a court painter, Bian skillfully combines elegant calligraphic brushwork with meticulous realism in this artwork. The painting showcases four majestic magpies alongside medium-sized songbirds and numerous small sparrows. Bian's close observations of nature are evident as he intricately depicts each bird with great detail and precision. During the Ming period, bird-and-flower paintings like this one became larger and more vibrant than those from earlier periods. This particular work exemplifies the ostentatious size and color scheme that was characteristic of this era. Imperially commissioned by patrons seeking auspicious meanings or positive political messages, Bians' bird-and-flower works served as vehicles to convey prosperity under a sophisticated emperor's rule. The "hundred bird" theme symbolizes abundance within a state governed by an enlightened ruler. Additionally, the inclusion of pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms - known as the "three friends of winter" - represents enduring perseverance amidst harsh environments. Through this print from Heritage Art/Heritage Images, viewers can appreciate both the artistic mastery of Bian Wenjin and gain insight into the cultural significance behind his imperial commissions.
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