Lofty Scholar among Streams and Mountains, in the manner of Juran

Wang Jian Chinese

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For an elite family, one way to cultivate an artistic tradition was to build a collection of ancient paintings that could serve as a resource for teaching across generations. Wang Jian was fortunate to be born into such a family—his grandfather Wang Shizhen possessed one of the great art collections of his day, which gave the younger Wang the opportunity to learn firsthand from the old masters.

On view from August 12, 2023–January 7, 2024

Lofty Scholar among Streams and Mountains, in the manner of Juran, Wang Jian (Chinese, 1609–1677/88), Hanging scroll; ink on paper, China

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Lofty Scholar among Streams and Mountains, in the manner of Juran, Wang Jian (Chinese, 1609–1677/88), Hanging scroll; ink on paper, China
Lofty Scholar among Streams and Mountains, in the manner of Juran, Wang Jian (Chinese, 1609–1677/88), Hanging scroll; ink on paper, China

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