Lady Su Hui and Her Verse PuzzleQiu Ying · 501

  • Painting mediumInk
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Creation date501
  • Art periodEarly Modern
  • Dimensions26.0cm x 312.0cm
This scene appears in a later copy of a Tang-dynasty painting illustrating the story of a literary legend, Lady Su Hui, who was supposed to have lived in the late fourth century. The dating of the original painting is supported by the types of instruments depicted in it. Both the harp (konghou) and the pipa played with a plectrum disappeared after the Tang.Front row, left to right: qin, pipa, pipa (played without plectrum), paibanBack row, left to right: dizi, xiao, sheng, konghou

Qiu Ying (1494 – 1552)

Qiu Ying (1494-1552): Celebrated Ming Dynasty painter renowned for exquisite gongbi landscapes, figures & flowers. One of China's Four Masters.

About this artwork

  • Title: Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle
  • Artist: Qiu Ying
  • Year: 501
  • Original dimensions: 26.0cm x 312.0cm
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Purpose: Cultural
  • Keywords: gongbi style, intricate line work, ming dynasty silk

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Who made "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle", and when?

Qiu Ying made "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" in 501.

How do the colors of "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" relate to each other?

The colors of "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" by Qiu Ying show a unified palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.

Which artist is "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" attributed to?

The artist behind "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" is Qiu Ying. The work is catalogued under Qiu Ying's name.

Is "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" by Qiu Ying a light or a dark artwork?

"Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" is balanced overall, and its luminance is soft shadow.

What technique and size is the original "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" by Qiu Ying?

The medium of "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" by Qiu Ying is ink, and its recorded dimensions are 25.6cm x 311.8cm.

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The overall mood of "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" by Qiu Ying is classic. The mood describes the general atmosphere of the work.

When was "Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" made?

"Lady Su Hui and Her Verse Puzzle" dates from 501. The date places the work within Qiu Ying's career and its era.

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