Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts

Zhang You Chinese

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Zhang You, a native of Fengyang, Anhui Province, who inherited the hereditary rank of marquis (hou), was known for his lofty ambition and scholarly demeanor. An aficionado of ornamental plants and rocks, he made a specialty of painting plum blossoms, studying with the Hangzhou master Wang Qian (active first half of the 15th century). According to his inscription, Zhang painted this work for a regional military commander in Pingjiang (Suzhou), Jiangsu Province.

Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts, Zhang You (Chinese, active mid 15th century), Hanging scroll; ink on silk, China

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Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts, Zhang You (Chinese, active mid 15th century), Hanging scroll; ink on silk, China
Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts, Zhang You (Chinese, active mid 15th century), Hanging scroll; ink on silk, China
Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts, Zhang You (Chinese, active mid 15th century), Hanging scroll; ink on silk, China
Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts, Zhang You (Chinese, active mid 15th century), Hanging scroll; ink on silk, China
Spring Breeze of Myriad Pasts, Zhang You (Chinese, active mid 15th century), Hanging scroll; ink on silk, China

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