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Two Paintings of Deer Antlers

  • Creation date1767
  • Dimensions25.0 x 206.0 cm

Explore the reign of Qianlong Emperor (Hongli), China’s 6th ruler! Admire his Western-influenced paintings, lavish patronage & military campaigns during Qing Dynasty's golden age.

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Collectible Description

The Qianlong Emperor practiced both calligraphy and painting as a way of identifying himself with Chinese literati ideals of self-cultivation. However, the subject matter of these two scrolls reveals his concomitant desire to align himself with Manchu hunting traditions. Furthermore, the realistic rendering of texture and three-dimensional form reflects the influence of Western pictorial techniques, introduced to the court by Jesuit painters such as Giuseppe Castiglione (1688–1766). The earlier of the two scrolls depicts the antlers of a spotted deer. In his accompanying inscription, the emperor recalls seeing a gigantic pair of eight-point antlers procured by his grandfather, the Kangxi Emperor (r. 1661–1722), in Central Asia—considered at the time to be an auspicious sign. The second scroll, painted five years later, presents the horns of a species known in the West as Père David, so named for the eponymous Jesuit missionary and naturalist (1826–1900) who first recorded it in a Western source. In his accompanying essay, Qianlong describes different deer species and seeks to correct misleading distinctions made in the Book of Rites, a classic Confucian text.

Artist Biography

the life and artistic contributions of qianlong emperor

qianlong emperor, also known by his temple name emperor gaozong of qing, personal name hongli, was the sixth emperor of the qing dynasty and the fourth qing emperor to rule over china proper. born on september 25, 1711, and passing away on february 7, 1799, qianlong's life marked a significant period in chinese history.

early life and accession to the throne

as the fourth son of yongzheng emperor, qianlong was adored by both his grandfather, kangxi emperor, and his father. this led to speculation that he would be designated as the crown prince, despite not being officially proclaimed until the death of his father in 1735.

reign and military campaigns

during qianlong's reign, which lasted from 1735 to 1796, he oversaw numerous military campaigns into inner asia, burma, nepal, and vietnam. he also suppressed rebellions in jinchuan and taiwan. domestically, qianlong was a major patron of the arts, sponsoring the compilation of the complete library of the four treasuries, the largest collection ever made of chinese history.

artistic contributions and notable works

qianlong's artistic contributions can be seen in his own paintings, such as two paintings of deer antlers (25 x 206 cm, paper), which showcases his mastery of western pictorial techniques. another notable work is pine tree from album of the four friends with calligraphy and painting (24 x 24 cm, song art museum, beijing, china, paper), demonstrating his unique style.

legacy and impact

qianlong's reign marked the height of the qing dynasty's power, influence, and prosperity. his legacy extends beyond his military campaigns to his significant contributions to chinese art and literature. important links:
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qianlong emperor

1711 - 1799 , China

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Portraiture
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Cabinet painting']
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
    • Van Loo
    • Nattier
    • de la Tour
  • Date Of Birth: 1711
  • Date Of Death: 1795
  • Full Name: Jean Martial Fredou
  • Nationality: French
  • Notable Artworks: ['Various royal portraits']
  • Place Of Birth: Bretonnière, France