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Shi Le Seeking the Way

Fu Baoshi Chinese

ca. 1945

Not on view

This work depicts an allegorical theme from Chinese history. Shi Le (274–333), portrayed as a general with bow and arrow, approaches the Kuchean Buddhist monk Buttocho (ca. 235–348), both to seek advice about politics and to convert to Buddhism. Contemporary Japanese painting—in particular, Visiting the Hermit by Hashimoto Kansetsu (1883–1945)—inspired Fu’s interpretation of this historical theme.

Shi Le Seeking the Way, Fu Baoshi (Chinese, 1904–1965), Hanging scroll, ink and color on paper, China — Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Title: Shi Le Seeking the Way

Artist: Fu Baoshi (Chinese, 1904–1965)

Date: ca. 1945

Culture: China

Medium: Hanging scroll, ink and color on paper

Dimensions: Image: 36 5/16 x 24 1/16 in. (92.2 x 61.1 cm)

Classification: Paintings

Credit Line: Lent by Nanjing Museum

Accession Number: SL.8.2012.2.24

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