Page from the Ten Bamboo Studio Manual of Painting and Calligraphy 1633

This page from the *Ten Bamboo Studio Manual of Painting and Calligraphy* by Hu Zhengyan (1584-1634) is a striking example of Chinese brush painting. Executed in 1633, this work depicts a branch of persimmon fruit with delicate leaves and a light, airy feel. The use of ink and color is subtle and elegant, reflecting the artist's mastery of the traditional techniques of Chinese painting. This manual, a key text in Chinese art history, exemplifies the refined aesthetic principles of the Ming dynasty.