The Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove, c. 1840, Su Renshan, Chinese, 1814 - 1850, 55 1/2 x 32 1/8 in. ( x cm) (image)89 3/8 x 40 1/4 in. ( x cm) (without roller), Ink on paper, China, 19th century, Although Su Renshan led a tragic life, he was one of the most modern, inspired, and unique artists of the nineteenth century. He broke the traditional mold of literati painting using completely new techniques, compositions, and visions. While precociously gifted in painting and calligraphy from youth, he failed the civil examinations twice, was anti-social

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