Twentieth-century artist Lin Fengmian merged the art of his homeland’s ancient civilization with the traditions of Western art born in Europe. “Pear Blossoms and Birds” harkens back to the ink on rice paper compositions of the Ming and earlier dynasties, yet includes nods to realism and Western compositional sensibilities that add to a pleasing view.
Pear Blossoms and Birds, c.1938, Oil on CanvasLin Fengmian Chinese (1900 - 1991) |
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Twentieth-century artist Lin Fengmian merged the art of his homeland’s ancient civilization with the traditions of Western art born in Europe. “Pear Blossoms and Birds” harkens back to the ink on rice paper compositions of the Ming and earlier dynasties, yet includes nods to realism and Western compositional sensibilities that add to a pleasing view. |
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