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1820 Xiushui, Zhejiang Province - 1875. Known for: Qing dynasty painting, especially bird-and-flower subjects, fruits, and vegetables.
Zhou Xian was a Chinese artist known for his calligraphy and painting. As a young man, he joined the army and devoted himself to the study of ancient Chinese poetry, which informed the literary depth... Read full biography
Zhou Xian was a Chinese artist known for his calligraphy and painting. As a young man, he joined the army and devoted himself to the study of ancient Chinese poetry, which informed the literary depth of his artistic practice. He was recognized for his strong skills in calligraphy and painting, and... Read full biography
Zhou Xian was a Chinese artist known for his calligraphy and painting. As a young man, he joined the army and devoted himself to the study of ancient Chinese poetry, which informed the literary depth of his artistic practice. He was recognized for his strong skills in calligraphy and painting, and his character was described as simple yet proud. Zhou Xian was also a collector, and he maintained close associations with figures such as Wu Dachang and Yao Xie. His influence extended to artists... Read full biography
Zhou Xian was a Chinese artist known for his calligraphy and painting. As a young man, he joined the army and devoted himself to the study of ancient Chinese poetry, which informed the literary depth of his artistic practice. He was recognized for his strong skills in calligraphy and painting, and his character was described as simple yet proud. Zhou Xian was also a collector, and he maintained close associations with figures such as Wu Dachang and Yao Xie. His influence extended to artists including Ren Xiong and Pu Hua, with whom he had particularly close ties. Zhou Xian’s paintings were especially admired for their flower subjects, which reflected the stylistic impact of Zhao Zhiqian. His brushwork drew inspiration from the Wei stele... Read full biography
Zhou Xian was a Chinese artist known for his calligraphy and painting. As a young man, he joined the army and devoted himself to the study of ancient Chinese poetry, which informed the literary depth of his artistic practice. He was recognized for his strong skills in calligraphy and painting, and his character was described as simple yet proud. Zhou Xian was also a collector, and he maintained close associations with figures such as Wu Dachang and Yao Xie. His influence extended to artists including Ren Xiong and Pu Hua, with whom he had particularly close ties. Zhou Xian’s paintings were especially admired for their flower subjects, which reflected the stylistic impact of Zhao Zhiqian. His brushwork drew inspiration from the Wei stele and Han Dynasty, characterized by thick, gorgeous colors, plump and large images, and distinctive features.
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