Shao Mi (1592?-1642)

“The Filial Liu Mourning his Parents” 1631

Handscroll, ink on paper
28.0 x 87.5 cm. (11 x 34 1/2 in.)

Inscription:
“During the year 1631 of the Chongzhen reign era, Shao Mi of Changzhou (Suzhou) painted this ‘Dwelling of the Grave’ picture for the filial son Liu Shuyou at Guachou.”

Artist’s seals:
Guachou; Shao Mi siyin; Sengmi

Recorded:
Zhang Dayong: Ziyi yuezhai shuhualu (1832), ch. 9, pp. 25-26.

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