Two Poems 1500 - 1533

This fan painting, "Two Poems," by Shen Shi, is a classic example of Chinese calligraphy. The work, dated between 1500 and 1533, features two poems written in elegant black ink on a pale, papery ground. The calligraphy style is characteristic of Shen Shi, renowned for his masterful brushwork and rhythmic compositions. The use of a fan as a canvas highlights the intimate and portable nature of this art form, demonstrating a strong connection between calligraphy and everyday life.