Who painted Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum?

Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum was painted by Chen Hongshou in 1625.

Where can I see Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum?

Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum?

Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum is associated with Ming dynasty painting.

Can I buy a print of Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum?

Museum-quality prints of Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum

Chen Hongshou , 1625

Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum is an unspecified painting by the Ming dynasty painting artist Chen Hongshou. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1979.27.2.17
Credit line: John L. Severance Fund

About this work

Chen Hongshou painted this during a time of war and change, linking his own struggles to Tao’s story.

A single chrysanthemum blooms in a simple ceramic vase. The flower leans slightly, its many petals carefully drawn, against a plain background.

The painting honors Tao Yuanming, a poet who chose a quiet life over politics. Chen Hongshou painted this during a time of war and change, linking his own struggles to Tao’s story.

This work reflects a deep respect for nature and personal choice. For more on art from this era, look up the subject: china, ming dynasty (1368–1644).

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Overview

Paintings after Ancient Masters: Chrysanthemum is a work by Chen Hongshou, created during a period of significant turmoil in China.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a single chrysanthemum in a simple vase, alluding to the poet Tao Yuanming, who cultivated the flower and chose a reclusive life over officialdom during another era of upheaval.

Technique & Style

The chrysanthemum's numerous petals are meticulously rendered against a plain background, showcasing the artist's attention to detail.

Context

Chen Hongshou's work was produced during the violent transition from the Ming to the Qing dynasty around 1644, drawing a parallel between his own experiences and those of Tao Yuanming.