Harmony across Seasons: A Multi-dimensional Analysis of Shen Quan’s "Lotus and Mountain Chrysanthemum"
This article provides an in-depth analysis of "Lotus and Mountain Chrysanthemum" (Hehua Shanju Tu) by the mid-Qing master Shen Quan. It explores his signature "Nanping Style," characterized by meticulous botanical realism and vibrant color washes, the profound auspicious symbolism of purity and longevity, and his significant historical role in bridging Chinese imperial art with the Nagasaki School in Japan.
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