SUMI ALBUM LEAF OF THREE LOTUS FLOWERS

"SUMI ALBUM LEAF OF THREE LOTUS FLOWERS," created by Bada Shanren (Zhu Da) in the late 17th century, exemplifies the artist's mastery of ink wash techniques and his deep engagement with traditional Chinese themes. The work reflects the artist's personal expression of spirituality and nature, as well as the broader cultural context of the Ming-Qing transition, highlighting the significance of lotus flowers as symbols of purity and resilience in Chinese art.

"SUMI ALBUM LEAF OF THREE LOTUS FLOWERS," created by Bada Shanren (Zhu Da), features a delicate composition of three lotus flowers rendered in ink on paper, exemplifying the artist's mastery of the sumi-e technique. The work is characterized by its fluid brushwork, subtle gradations of ink, and the use of negative space, which collectively evoke a sense of tranquility and harmony inherent in traditional Chinese aesthetics.