Flower and Rock

20th century

Not on view

Xie Gongzhan's inscription informs us that his painting was done in the high spirits that followed a visit to the elegant Ming gardens of the neighboring Suzhou. His poem and the ecstatic flourish of his brush style are in full harmony:

Blooming in profusion, they recall bouquets and piled brocades.
I am rapt and full of praise.
These elaborate ornaments from the Emperor of Spring
Adorn my soundless poem.

[Trans. adapted from Ellsworth, et al., Later Chinese Painting]

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Exhibition History

清/現代　謝公展　奇花異石圖　軸
Title: Flower and Rock
Artist: Xie Gongzhan (Chinese, 1885–1940)
Date: 20th century
Culture: China
Medium: Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
Dimensions: 54 3/4 x 17 3/4 in. (139.1 x 45.1 cm)
Classification: Paintings
Credit Line: Gift of Robert Hatfield Ellsworth, in memory of La Ferne Hatfield Ellsworth, 1986
Object Number: 1986.267.159
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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