Children at Play, on paper 150x67.3
Chen Hongshou, a master of eccentric figures in the late Ming dynasty, captures a whimsical moment where children mimic adult rituals. In this scroll, three young boys are deeply engrossed in play that looks like serious worship: one bows prostrate before a small Buddha, another kneels with hands clasped in prayer, and a third arranges flowers near a jagged scholar's rock and pagoda. Their oversized heads and solemn expressions are hallmarks of Chen's unique style, which often injected a touch of humor and grotesque charm into traditional subjects.
- Technique
- Ink and color on paper
- Material
- Paper
- Dimensions
- 150 x 67.3 cm
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