Lady in a Bamboo Grove after Qiu Ying 1544 - 1644

Shen Shuo's "Lady in a Bamboo Grove after Qiu Ying" (1544-1644) is a hanging scroll that depicts a graceful woman standing in a bamboo grove. The work is a copy of a painting by the renowned Ming dynasty artist Qiu Ying, demonstrating the respect that later artists had for his mastery of ink and brushwork. Shuo's rendering, which is done in the "literati style," focuses on the elegant simplicity of lines and the delicate washes of color. The painting showcases the tranquil beauty of nature and the quiet grace of the lady, showcasing the aesthetic values of traditional Chinese art.