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Chinese painting

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Impressionism, Modernism

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Detailed Description

Gong bi is a form of Chinese painting that is known for its highly detailed and realistic depictions of subjects. The name Gong bi means “meticulous” or “laborious”, and refers to the painstaking attention to detail that is characteristic of this art form. Gong bi painting first emerged during the Tang dynasty (618-907 CE), and reached its peak of popularity during the Song dynasty (960-1279 CE). Gong bi artists often worked as court painters, and their work was highly prized by the imperial family and the aristocracy. One of the most famous Gong bi painters was the 12th century artist Zhao Mengfu (1254-1322 CE). Zhao was a highly skilled painter and calligrapher, and his work often combined both of these art forms. He is best known for his painting “Garden of the Great Master”, which is a highly detailed and realistic depiction of a garden scene. Other notable Gong bi painters include the 13th century artist Xu Xi (1235-1300 CE) and the 14th century artist Wang Meng (1310-1385 CE). Gong bi painting fell out of favor during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644 CE), when the court began to favor more abstract and expressive styles of painting. However, the art form has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years, and there are now many contemporary artists who practice Gong bi.

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1. Gong bi is a form of Chinese painting that is characterized by its meticulous brushwork and attention to detail.

2. Gong bi painting dates back to the Han dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), when it was used to depict court scenes and portraits of officials.

3. The name “gong bi” means “meticulous” or “laborious” in Chinese.

4. Gong bi painters often used finely ground mineral pigments and animal-hair brushes to achieve their signature detailed style.

5. In the Tang dynasty (618-907), gong bi painting reached its peak of popularity, with many famous artists practicing the style.

6. The Song dynasty (960-1279) saw a decline in the popularity of gong bi, as other styles such as shan shui (“mountain-water”) painting became more fashionable.

7. However, gong bi painting experienced a revival in the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), when it was used to depict scenes from history and literature.

8. The Qing dynasty (1644-1912) saw another decline in the popularity of gong bi, as Western painting styles began to influence Chinese art.

9. Today, gong bi painting is enjoying a resurgence in popularity, with many contemporary artists practicing the style.

10. Some of the most famous gong bi painters include Wang Meng (1368-1486), Shen Zhou (1427-1509), and Tang Yin (1470-1523).

11. Gong bi painting is often used to depict birds, flowers, and other natural subjects.

12. The detailed brushwork of gong bi painting can be used to create a sense of three-dimensionality and depth.

13. Gong bi painting is considered to be one of the most technically demanding and difficult styles of Chinese painting.

14. Gong bi painters often spend months or even years working on a single painting.

15. Gong bi painting is characterized by its use of bright colors and intricate patterns.

16. Gong bi paintings are often highly stylized and idealized representations of reality.

17. Gong bi painting is often used to depict scenes from Chinese mythology and folklore.

18. Gong bi painting can be used to create both representational and abstract images.

19. Gong bi painting is a traditional Chinese art form that has been practiced for centuries.

20. Gong bi painting is enjoying a resurgence in popularity in the 21st century.
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Artists (be aware, speculation possible):

1. Wang Ximeng (1096–1119) 2. Li Gonglin (1049–1106) 3. Zhao Mengfu (1254–1322) 4. Huang Gongwang (1269–1354) 5. Wen Zhengming (1470–1559) 6. Tang Yin (1470–1523) 7. Shen Zhou (1427–1509) 8. Xu Wei (1521–1593) 9. Dong Qichang (1555–1636) 10. Gao Qipei (1660–1734) 11. Jiang Tingxi (1669–1732) 12. Dai Xi (1701–1748) 13. Wang Yuanqi (1642–1715) 14. Zhu Da (1626–1705) 15. Shi Tao (1642–1707) 16. Chen Hongshou (1610–1664) 17. Luo Ping (1633–1676) 18. Xu Yang (1644–1732) 19. He Shaoji (1699–1777) 20. Xu Guangqi (1562–1633) 21. Wang Shimin (1592–1680) 22. Wang Jian (1598–1677) 23. Zhu Zhishan (1627–1705) 24. Zhuang Zhuo (1609–1655) 25. Feng Zikai ( 1898–1975) 26. Li Keran (1907–1989) 27. Zhang Daqian ( 1899–1983) 28. Xu Beihong ( 1895–1953) 29. Liu Haisu ( 1896–1994) 30. Lin Fengmian ( 1900–1991)

Artworks (be aware, speculation possible)

1. “The Orchid Pavilion Gathering” by Wang Xizhi (c. 323-c. 375) 2. “The Night Revels of Han Xizai” by Gu Hongzhong (c. 937-c. 976) 3. “Riverside Scene at the Pure and Cool Moon” by Dong Yuan (c. 935-c. 976) 4. “Early Spring” by Guo Xi (c. 1020-c. 1070) 5. “Travelers Among Mountains and Streams” by Fan Kuan (c. 960-c. 1030) 6. “A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains” by Li Cheng (c. 919-c. 967) 7. ” Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains” by Huang Gongwang (c. 1269-c. 1354) 8. “Spring Morning in the Han Palace” by Zhang Zeduan (c. 1085-c. 1145) 9. “Fishermen” by Ma Yuan (c. 1160-c. 1225) 10. “Mountain Villa with Embracing Beauty” by Xia Gui (c. 1195-c. 1224) 11. “Returning Home Late” by Zhao Mengfu (c. 1254-c. 1322) 12. “Autumn Colors on the Qiao and Hua Mountains” by Ni Zan (c. 1301-c. 1374) 13. “Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains” by Zhou Jichang (c. 1460-c. 1535) 14. “Early Spring” by Shen Zhou (c. 1427-c. 1509) 15. “The Orchid Pavilion Gathering” by Wen Zhengming (c. 1470-c. 1559) 16. “Riverside Scene at the Pure and Cool Moon” by Tang Yin (c. 1470-c. 1524) 17. “Travelers Among Mountains and Streams” by Qiu Ying (c. 1494-c. 1552) 18. “A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains” by Dong Qichang (c. 1555-c. 1636) 19. “Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains” by Feng Menglong (c. 1574-c. 1646) 20. “Spring Morning in the Han Palace” by Xu Wei (c. 1521-c. 1593) 21. “Fishermen” by Zhu Da (c. 1626-c. 1705) 22. “Mountain Villa with Embracing Beauty” by Wang Yuanqi (c. 1642-c. 1715) 23. “Returning Home Late” by Gao Fenghan (c. 1655-c. 1727) 24. “Autumn Colors on the Qiao and Hua Mountains” by Shi Tao (c. 1642-c. 1707) 25. “Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains” by Wang Hui (c. 1632-c. 1717) 26. “Early Spring” by Kangxi Emperor (r. 1662-1722) 27. “The Orchid Pavilion Gathering” by Jiang Tingxi (c. 1669-c. 1732) 28. “Riverside Scene at the Pure and Cool Moon” by Liang Kai (c. 1140-c. 1210) 29. “Travelers Among Mountains and Streams” by Xu Yang (c. 1756-c. 1820) 30. “A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains” by Wang Xuetao (c. 1814-c. 1878)

Epoch

The time period of the art style Gong bi is from the Tang dynasty to the present day.