Farewell to Spring Briar Roses

Gai Qi 改琦

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Transience of Beauty, Floral Elegance

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Farewell to Spring Briar Roses" by Gai Qi (c. 1773–1828) exemplifies the artist's mastery in capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature through delicate brushwork and a refined color palette. The painting reflects the Qing dynasty's cultural appreciation for floral motifs and the transient nature of life, resonating with the broader themes of nostalgia and the passage of time prevalent in Chinese art of the period.

Description of the work:

"Farewell to Spring Briar Roses" by Gai Qi (改琦) is a delicate ink and color on paper painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery of floral representation. The composition features a harmonious arrangement of briar roses, characterized by their soft, nuanced hues and intricate detailing, set against a subtle, atmospheric background that enhances the overall sense of tranquility and transience.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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