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Ink Bamboo

1200s

China, Southern Song dynasty

(1127-1279)
Medium
hanging scroll; ink on silk
Measurements
Image: 91.2 x 39.8 cm (35 7/8 x 15 11/16 in.); Overall: 172.7 x 57.2 cm (68 x 22 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
John L. Severance Fund 1982.138
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In traditional Chinese culture, bamboo symbolizes a gentleman's virtuous resilience and flexibility.

Description

This deceptively simple composition features two upright stalks of bamboo with leafy stems extended to fill the silk. The painter sensitively balanced ink tones and brushstrokes. The leaves that cross in front of other leaves are outlined in clear silk.

Ink Bamboo

1200s

China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

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