Sun Xingge

Author: Sun Xingge (painting)/Xiao Fenqi
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: Sun Xingge (1897-1996), styled Weiyuan, known as Xianjian, and titled Shiwanshan Ren, named his studio Jielin Meizhai. Born into a scholarly family, he was exposed to the works of renowned masters from a young age, developing a deep interest. Under the strict guidance of his father and the insightful instruction of master teachers, coupled with his diligent practice, he laid a solid foundation for his achievements in painting and calligraphy at a very young age. Sun Xingge devoted his entire life to art, making it his sole career. With his lifelong dedication and strength, he pursued artistic success and spiritual fulfillment with clear goals. His works cover a wide range of themes, including landscapes, plum blossoms, orchids, chrysanthemums, bamboo, shrimp, and crabs, all imbued with vitality and unique craftsmanship. This book compiles over 160 of Sun Xingge’s renowned paintings and calligraphy, providing a detailed introduction to his life and artistic journey. It also includes some of Sun Xingge’s own essays on art, a chronology of his life, and excerpts of reviews on his paintings by various critics. Together, these elements present a comprehensive portrayal of this century-old artist’s lifelong pursuit of art, from his youth to his advanced years, as well as his personal charm as a master of the art.