Poem Commemorating an Imperially Bestowed Feast 1632

"Poem Commemorating an Imperially Bestowed Feast" is a calligraphic work by Dong Qichang, a prominent figure in the late Ming dynasty art scene. This hanging scroll, completed in 1632, features a long poem in elegant cursive script, expressing gratitude for an imperial feast. This piece, held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Qichang's masterful command of calligraphy, illustrating his status as a leading proponent of the "Elegant" style and influential scholar-official. The poem's lyrical tone and elegant script beautifully represent Qichang's artistic vision, revealing the close relationship between calligraphy and literature in Chinese art.