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The Treasures of Eight Thousand Years
Ming Dynasty 1368－1644 C.E.
Timeline of Dynasties:
Ming Dynasty 1368－1644 C.E.
Main selection:
Fish-creature Flower Holder
Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Introduction:
Ming dynasty art was more cheerful and versatile relative to the simple and elegant style of the Sung and Yüan dynasties. In painting, the Ming dynasty witnessed the emergence of the Che School born out of court painting characterized by an unrestrained decorative undertone. In juxtaposition, the Wu School practiced an elegant style reflective of the literati.
Ming dynasty craftsmanship was typified by a plethora of forms and a diverse palette. Social prosperity coupled with the popularity of collecting antiquities resulted in a period of expanding freedom on many fronts.
 Celestial globe vase with underglaze blue decoration of dragon among lotus blossoms Ming Dynasty, Yung-lo reign (1403-1424) |
 Enjoying Antiquities Tu Chin (fl. ca. 1465-1505), Ming Dynasty |
 Spring Trees after Rain Wen Cheng-ming (1470-1559), Ming Dynasty |
 Returning Late from a Spring Outing Tai Chin (1388-1462), Ming Dynasty |