Green wine 1951

"Green Wine" is a 1951 painting by Qi Baishi, a prominent Chinese artist known for his ink and wash paintings, often depicting everyday objects and nature. The artwork showcases a bold red chrysanthemum in full bloom, contrasted against a stark white background. Two simple, lightly-outlined cups and a calligraphy inscription at the top add a sense of quiet contemplation and artistic simplicity. Baishi's work is renowned for its delicate brushstrokes and masterful use of negative space, evident in this piece. This painting, like much of Baishi's oeuvre, exemplifies the principles of traditional Chinese art, emphasizing restraint and the pursuit of beauty in simplicity.