Poem on Imperial Gift of an Embroidered Silk: Calligraphy in Running-Standard Script (xingkaishu)

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Poem on Imperial Gift of an Embroidered Silk: Calligraphy in Running-Standard Script (xingkaishu)

Wen ZhengmingLinkedCulture matchlcp-528b22266f21

Date
c. 1525
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink on paper
Culture
China, Suzhou, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
Department
Chinese Art
Institution
Cleveland Museum of Art
Object ID
160290

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A poem by the influential Wen Zhengming from Suzhou in southeastern China expresses Wen’s gratitude to the Jiajing emperor (reigned 1522–67) for a gift of embroidered silk bestowed in appreciation of his commendable service. The elegant, well-composed, and energetically written large characters in deep black ink reflect the handwriting of a distinguished scholar-artist. Works of calligraphy by Wen of this large scale are rare. The poem reads: As I expressed my gratitude to His Majesty by the Goldwater Bridge. This heavenly silk is embroidered with five colors. Resplendent it is, draping over my arm with [designs of] twin dragons. Having received such a gift, I [bowed] in shame over my lack of achievements. Humbly I returned to my rank to observe the grand ceremony. I wish His Majesty shall live on for myriad years, And the sun will always shine upon His trailing robe.

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John L. Severance Fund
Provenance
?–1998: (Kaikodo America Inc., New York, NY, sold to the Cleveland Museum of Art) | 1998–: The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

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