Brush for Zhang Daqian
Object Label
This paintbrush was custom made for the artist Zhang Daqian and bears an inscription with his name on its shaft. The bristles are still filled with dried Chinese ink. Zhang Daqian is one of the most famous and prolific artists of the twentieth century, known for his splashed-ink landscapes. He combined traditional Chinese brushwork with influences from American Abstract Expressionism, after he left China in 1949. In addition to painting his own works, he is well known as one of the greatest forgers of Chinese painting, re-creating works of the ancient masters.
Caption
Brush for Zhang Daqian, 20th century. Ox horn, animal bristles, height: approx. 9 in. Lent by C.C. Wang, L1996.15.2. Creative Commons-BY
Collection
Collection
Title
Brush for Zhang Daqian
Date
20th century
Geography
Place made: China
Medium
Ox horn, animal bristles
Classification
Dimensions
height: approx. 9 in.
Credit Line
Lent by C.C. Wang
Accession Number
L1996.15.2
Rights
Creative Commons-BY
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