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Gentleman's Gentle Breeze (君子清風) 2019
Wang Fei (b.1959) 王非$2100
Ink on paper 紙本水墨
Dimensions
Image: undefined cm x undefined cm (16 9/16" x 37 13/16")
Details
Image Dimensions
undefined cm x undefined cm (16 9/16" x 37 13/16")
Inscription
君子清風。己亥穀雨遣興，穴居士
Seal
1 seal of the artist, 王非之印
Description
This painting, titled "Gentleman's Pure Breeze," was created by Xue Jushi during the Grain Rain period of the Ji Hai year. The bamboo in the painting is depicted with concise and powerful brushstrokes, showcasing its uprightness and elegance, symbolizing the character of a gentleman. In traditional Chinese culture, bamboo is often seen as a symbol of a gentleman, as its hollow and upright nature represents modesty and unyielding integrity. The inscription "Gentleman's Pure Breeze" further emphasizes this point, combining the elegant beauty of bamboo with the noble character of a gentleman. The pure breeze symbolizes honesty, purity, and nobility, complementing the image of bamboo. The phrase "Grain Rain period of the Ji Hai year" indicates the time of creation and the artist's state of mind. Grain Rain is one of the twenty-four solar terms, marking the last solar term of spring, symbolizing a season of growth and prosperity. The entire painting uses ink wash as the primary medium, with simple yet powerful brushstrokes giving the bamboo vitality and dynamism, conveying a fresh and natural aesthetic. The artwork not only showcases the artist's superb skills but also expresses his admiration for the virtues of a gentleman and his love for the natural landscape. Xue Jushi, with concise lines and ink, successfully captures the resilient and refined spirit of bamboo, providing profound artistic enjoyment.
Condition
good