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Cleansing Medicinal Herbs in the Stream on a Spring Day, 1703. Creator: Yu Zhiding (Chinese
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Cleansing Medicinal Herbs in the Stream on a Spring Day, 1703. Creator: Yu Zhiding (Chinese
Cleansing Medicinal Herbs in the Stream on a Spring Day, 1703. A famous portraitist, Yu Zhiding here depicts the likeness of Shi Shenyi (born 1661), an official and poet. Master Shi, a sickly man, was deeply interested in medicinal science. The opening section of the scroll features a boy washing a fungus in fresh spring water, a basket of medicinal herbs by his side. Other servants carry a fan, a bundle of scrolls, and a cup of tea or hot wine. Master Shi sits in a bamboo grove, surrounded by fields of herbs. Returning swallows, pink peach blossoms, and blooming magnolia indicate spring, whereas the fungus conveys wishes for long life. The spring theme may express the artists wish for his friends recovery
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1644 1911 Handscroll Ink And Colour On Paper Qing Dynasty 1716
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This photo print, titled "Cleansing Medicinal Herbs in the Stream on a Spring Day, 1703" transports us back to ancient China during the Qing Dynasty. Created by renowned portraitist Yu Zhiding, this masterpiece captures the likeness of Shi Shenyi, an esteemed official and poet. Intriguingly, Master Shi was not only known for his literary talents but also for his deep interest in medicinal science. The opening section of this handscroll showcases a young boy diligently washing a fungus in fresh spring water while surrounded by a basket filled with various medicinal herbs. Accompanying him are servants carrying essential items such as a fan, scrolls, and even tea or hot wine. Master Shi himself is depicted sitting serenely amidst a lush bamboo grove enveloped by fields of vibrant herbs. Symbolic elements like returning swallows, pink peach blossoms, and blooming magnolia further emphasize the arrival of spring - representing hope and renewal. Notably, the presence of the fungus conveys wishes for longevity and good health. Through this artwork's intricate details and vivid colors rendered with ink and color on paper technique typical of Chinese heritage artistry; Yu Zhiding beautifully expresses his desire for his friend's recovery from illness. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art today; this exquisite piece continues to captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and profound symbolism that transcends time itself.
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