現代 謝稚柳 敦煌人物臨本 鏡片|Court Lady and Dancer

Xie Zhiliu

1940s · Drawing; ink and pencil on paper · Asian Art

The elegant standing figure in this drawing represents a court lady of the Tang dynasty. Xie's focus on her sloping hairline and curving tendrils of hair reflects his keen attention to detail. The dancing figure derives from a Tang paradise scene.

Artist

Xie Zhiliu

Date

1940s

Medium

Drawing; ink and pencil on paper

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Sarah Shay, 2005