Bamboo 1838

Rushan's *Bamboo* (1838) is a delicate ink painting on paper that exemplifies the artist's mastery of traditional Chinese brushwork. The piece depicts a stand of bamboo stalks, rendered with subtle variations in line weight and texture. The artist's use of negative space is particularly striking, allowing the viewer to perceive the movement of the wind through the leaves. The painting is a testament to the enduring beauty and resilience of nature, a theme that has resonated with viewers throughout the centuries. *Bamboo* is a compelling example of *wenrenhua*, a genre of painting favored by literati in the Qing dynasty.