Pine in Snow
Artist
Chao Shao-an
Chinese, 1905 - 1998
Date1983
MaterialsInk and colors on paper
DimensionsH. 18 1/2 in x W. 38 in, H. 47.0 cm x W. 96.5 cm (image); H. 23 in x W. 58 in, H. 58.4 cm x W. 147.3 cm (overall)
Credit LineCollection of Master Chao Shao-An
Object number1992.255
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsPainting
On View
Not on viewInscribedInscribed:
Who can climb this lofty green pine?
A bird relaxes on its snow-covered branches.
Because it has kept its verdant green colors through great fortitude,
may its virtues and faith be remembered for generations to come.
—Guihai year [1983], winter solstice. Chao Shao-An.
Subject
- pine
- sparrow
- snow
- poetry
