Insects and Plants
Qi Baishi Chinese
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Throughout his life, Qi Baishi drew inspiration from the objects of everyday existence, particularly the humble flowers, vegetables, and creatures that he observed as a boy. This series of album leaves matches specific insects and objects in a visual chronicle of the seasonal markers of rural life. Juxtaposing insects drawn in an extremely meticulous fine-line style with flowers and vegetables executed in a colorful, freely sketched manner, Qi created a technical tour de force that he proudly entitled: "What I am capable of!"
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