“…Swiss author Jacques Chessex wrote, “Here, a kind of unbelievable meditation on the sublimation of things occurs and develops into fullness, as the space within the painting brings forth a delightful, sweet spectacle. While no human figure appears in it, the painting coalesces into a kind of highly concentrated power that connects in our minds…
Tag: Chinese art
Mozart: Clarinet Quintet in A major, K581
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Julian Bream: Prelude C Minor BWV 999 (Bach)
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Zhang Daqian: Red Trees in Autumn Mountain
“Radiating with intense red and sumptuous gold, the magnificent Red Trees in Autumn Mountain exudes grandeur and radiance, the two qualities that Zhang Daqian considered most important in his paintings…Another unique feature of this painting is Zhang Daqian’s experimentation with using different painting media. By the time he painted Red Trees in Autumn Mountain, Zhang…
Glenn Gould: The Goldberg Variations, BMV 998 (Bach)
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Christopher Tin: Hope is the Thing With Feathers
“Said to be expressions of his innocence and shyness, little birds perching on tree branches is a favoured and recurrent subject matter in Lin Fengmian’s works. Sixteen birds sit atop of tree branches, consciously scattered throughout the painting in an organized manner: in similar size and shape, the leaves are of the same autumnal colour…
Zhang Daqian: Autumn Mountains at Dawn
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Zhang Daqian: Mist at Dawn (1968)
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Antoine Renard: Le Temps des Cerises
“From the heights of Montmartre in Paris, trumpeter Lucienne Renaudin Vary and accordionist Félicien Brut play “Le Temps des Cerises” (“The Time of Cherries”), a legendary love song composed in 1866 by Antoine Renard with lyrics by Jean-Baptiste Clément and reimagined in this duet version by Domi Emorine.” Warner Classics See More CHU TEH-CHUN at…
Hauser: Ständchen D957 (Schubert)
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Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons, Summer 3
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Ai Xuan: Tibetan Girl and Dogs (2015)
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Hans Christian Aavik: O Magnum Mysterium (Lauridsen)
“Estonian violinist Hans Christian Aavik, winner of the 2022 Carl Nielsen International Competition, gives a moving and atmospheric performance of O magnum mysterium by Morten Lauridsen, who turned 80 earlier this year. The piece began life as an unaccompanied choral work, setting a medieval text that describes the “great mystery” of Christ’s humble birth in…
Torelli: Violin Concerto Op.8, No.8
Hat Tip Many thanks to Claudio Capriolo at la regina gioiosa for introducing me to this performance in the post Op. 8 n. 8. See More CHU TEH-CHUN at Christie’s CHU TEH-CHUN at Sotheby’s CHU TEH-CHUN at Bonhams Read More CHU TEH-CHUN at wikiwand 10 things to know about poet painter Chu Teh-Chun Chu Teh chun:…
Chen Yifei: Beauty With Fan (1996)
“Props in portrait works often play an important role in perfecting the composition of the work and shaping the subject’s personality. Chen Yifei arranged a round fan for the seated lady in Beauty with Fan, which carries an important symbolic meaning: In traditional Chinese culture, the gesture of holding a fan is closely related to…
Carlo Mannelli: Trio Sonatas Op.3
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Chu Teh-chun: Plurality (2003)
“…Nature is absorbed into the artist’s thought and then undergoes refinement, and it is the power of the artist’s imagination, his sensibility, and his inner character that are revealed on the canvas. This is where the concepts behind Chinese painting and abstract painting very neatly come together.” READ FULL ESSAY: Christie’s (quoting Chu Teh-chun) See…
Felix Mendelssohn: Piano Trio No. 2 in C minor, Op. 66
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Rob Riccardo: Right on Time
Hat Tip Many thanks to Michele at My Inspired Life for introducing me to this music in her post Pursue your Passions. Hear More Rob Riccardo website See More CHU TEH-CHUN at Christie’s CHU TEH-CHUN at Sotheby’s CHU TEH-CHUN at Bonhams Read More CHU TEH-CHUN at wikiwand 10 things to know about poet painter Chu…
Zhang Daqian: “Palace Crimson” Peony (1952)
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Lu Qingyuan: Peacock and Azaleas
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Zhang Daqian: Temple by the Waterfall
“The mounting of Temple by Waterfall is a precious Japanese silk brocade designated for Zhang Daqian’s most treasured works from the 1960s. In shimmering yellow and orange tones, the two-colour silk brocade sets off the splashed blue and green on the painting; this relatively contemporary presentation contrasts with the traditional aesthetics of harmony and attests…
Friedrich ZETTL 狐胡: What a Dot Can Do
Thank you for such clear explanations and helpful links. Each little bit of understanding makes your paintings even more beautiful. ~Sunnyside Friedrich Zettl writes, When I was once introduced to Professor Wolfgang Kubin (he is the most important sinologist in the German-speaking world – an incredible man BTW), he said: “Yes, I know who you…
Chinese Qing Dynasty: Guanyin Bodhisattva
Click for Enlarged Image: Guanyin Bodhisattva, undated, Anonymous, Chinese, Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk, Qing dynasty, 1644–1912, 189 x 88 cm. (74 7/16 x 34 5/8 in.), Gift of DuBois Schanck Morris, Class of 1893, Source: Princeton University Art Museum, Link: http://artmuseum.princeton.edu/collections/objects/22771 Details: Guanyin Bodhisattva, undated Anonymous Qing dynasty, 1644–1912 Chinese Buddhism…
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