Scroll of Origins (Complete Scroll) Silk, 26×106cm
Chen Hongshou, a Ming dynasty master famous for his quirky, exaggerated figures, created this handscroll to tackle the ultimate scholar's dilemma: to serve the government or live in reclusion. The bold calligraphy on the right references two historical icons—Zhuge Liang the statesman and Tao Yuanming the poet—suggesting a balance between public duty and private peace. The painting depicts a solitary figure contemplating nature, while the rest of the scroll is packed with dense text, likely essays debating this very choice. It’s a visual philosophical debate wrapped in beautiful brushwork.
- Technique
- Ink and calligraphy
- Material
- Silk
- Dimensions
- 26 x 106 cm
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