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戏曲人物・盛装仕女

戏曲人物・盛装仕女

Rendered in meticulous gongbi color, a richly attired opera lady lifts a green vessel with cloudlike blossoms as clouds and dragon ornament echo around her, the opulent yet tranquil palette holding a poised theatrical calm.

Taut, meticulous linework defines the headdress and brocades, while layered washes of teal, vermilion, and gold settle into an enamel-like sheen across beads and tassels. The composition is a half-length, three-quarter view: one hand supports a green vessel on a cloud stand with curling floral branches, the other forms a delicate gesture as dragon ornament and ribbons overlap at the shoulder. Broad reserves of blank paper and a softly misted edge envelop the figure, keeping the stage-like space quiet and pristine. With lowered gaze and gently blushed lips, the splendor of costume yields a mood of composure, grace, and ceremonial gravity.

Category
Figure · Color
Year
2013
Tags
工筆京劇東方美学

Creation process

  1. Pencil draft

    1. Pencil draft

  2. Ink outline

    2. Ink outline

  3. Colour

    3. Colour

On exhibition

On exhibition