Ming Dynasty Collection (#9)

A blue glass dish filled with fruit, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
A blue glass dish filled with fruit, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Tapestry with cranes, rocks, pines, and clouds, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Tapestry with cranes, rocks, pines, and clouds, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Panel with dragons, pearls, phoenixes, and floral patterns, Ming dynasty, 1573-1620

Landscape: a man under a pine, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Landscape: a man under a pine, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Rocks and Bamboos, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Rocks and Bamboos, Ming dynasty, 15th century

Seated lion, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Seated lion, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Pitch-pot, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Pitch-pot, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Elephant and attendants, Ming dynasty, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Elephant and attendants, Ming dynasty, 17th century

Recumbent ram, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Recumbent ram, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

A Luohan and an attendant, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
A Luohan and an attendant, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Water holder: tiger, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Water holder: tiger, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Squabbling Mynas above a Brook, Ming dynasty, 15th-16th century. Creator: Unknown
Squabbling Mynas above a Brook, Ming dynasty, 15th-16th century

Cup with dragon handles, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Cup with dragon handles, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Luohan and lion, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Luohan and lion, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Drunken poets, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Drunken poets, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Lohan, seated upon a lion, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Lohan, seated upon a lion, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

A White Horse, Ming dynasty, 14th-15th century. Creator: Unknown
A White Horse, Ming dynasty, 14th-15th century

A Tartar, His Horse, and Equipment, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
A Tartar, His Horse, and Equipment, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Enjoying a meal on board a boat, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Creator: Unknown
Enjoying a meal on board a boat, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century

A garden-piece: flowers, fighting grasshoppers, ants and other insects, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

The Pilgrimage of Sudhana, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Sui Chanshi
The Pilgrimage of Sudhana, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Cup holder, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Cup holder, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Ornament in the form of a tortoise shell, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Ornament in the form of a tortoise shell, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Birds and Flowers, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Birds and Flowers, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Winter landscape, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Winter landscape, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Birds and peaches, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Birds and peaches, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Hollyhocks and Ducks, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Hollyhocks and Ducks, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644

Landscape: pavilions on a mountain side; a stream below, Ming dynasty, 16th century

Three children playing on a garden terrace, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Three children playing on a garden terrace, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Formerly attributed to Zhou Wenju

Broad Bean Flowers and Butterflies, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Broad Bean Flowers and Butterflies, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Formerly attributed to Ma Lin

Two Gentlemen Contemplating a Waterfall, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Two Gentlemen Contemplating a Waterfall, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Formerly attributed to Ma Yuan

Scenes from the Lives of Famous Men (part 1), Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Formerly attributed to Liu Songnian

Luohan, attendant, and worshipper under pines, Yuan or Ming dynasty, 1279-1644. Formerly attributed to Li Gonglin

Lady Under a Gnarled Pine Tree, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Lady Under a Gnarled Pine Tree, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Formerly attributed to Zhou Wenju

Celestial Horses, Late Ming dynasty, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Celestial Horses, Late Ming dynasty, 17th century. Formerly attributed to Zhao Mengfu

An Imperial Hunt, Late Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Creator: Unknown
An Imperial Hunt, Late Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Formerly attributed to Zhao Mengfu

Emperor Minghuang and Consort Yang Playing Weiqi, Ming or Qing dynasty, (17th century?). Formerly attributed to Qian Xuan

A Basket of Flowers, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
A Basket of Flowers, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Formerly attributed to Qian Xuan

A group of geese under snow-covered willow and blossoming trees, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Formerly attributed to Ma Lin

Fishermen on an Autumn River, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Creator: Dai Jin
Fishermen on an Autumn River, Ming dynasty, 15th century

A Plum Branch, Ming dynasty, ca. 1580-1639. Creator: Chen Jiru
A Plum Branch, Ming dynasty, ca.1580-1639

Birds and plum-blossoms in the snow, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Birds and plum-blossoms in the snow, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Formerly attributed to Ma Lin

Scenes from the Lives of Famous Men, Ming or Qing dynasty, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Scenes from the Lives of Famous Men, Ming or Qing dynasty, 17th century. Formerly attributed to Liu Songnian

Children playing in a garden, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Children playing in a garden, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Formerly attributed to Zhou Wenju

Old Trees and Cold Crows, in the style of Zhao Danian, Yuan or Ming dynasty, (14th century?). Creator: Unknown
Old Trees and Cold Crows, in the style of Zhao Danian, Yuan or Ming dynasty, 14th century? Formerly attributed to Zhao Boju

The Goddess Chang'e in the Lunar Palace, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Creator: Unknown
The Goddess Chang'e in the Lunar Palace, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Formerly attributed to Zhou Wenju

A Tartar Huntsman on His Horse, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
A Tartar Huntsman on His Horse, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Formerly attributed to Zhao Mengfu

River landscape: mountains, pine-trees, and buildings, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
River landscape: mountains, pine-trees, and buildings, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Formerly attributed to

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The Ming Dynasty, a period of Chinese history that spanned from 1368 to 1644, was characterized by its rich cultural and artistic achievements. The Selden Map of China, created by a Chinese master, provides us with valuable insights into the maritime trade routes during this era. Meanwhile, the Great Wall of China stands tall as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reminding us of the architectural prowess and defensive strategies employed during the Ming Dynasty. Artistic expressions flourished during this time as well. Guanyin as the Nine-Lotus Bodhisattva is an exquisite sculpture dating back to 1593. Its creator remains unknown but their skill in capturing spiritual beauty is evident. Similarly, The Eight Hosts of Deva, Naga, and Yakshi showcases intricate craftsmanship from 1454. In Beijing's Temple of Heaven lies a Chinese urn that serves as a testament to Ming-era design aesthetics. It stands proudly against the backdrop of one of China's most iconic landmarks. Paintings also played an essential role in Ming Dynasty artistry. Dai Jin's masterpiece "The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream" captures serene tranquility amidst nature's beauty while Yin Hong's "Birds Gather under the Spring Willow" evokes feelings of joy and harmony. Not limited to visual arts alone, Abraham Hendricksz van Beijeren's "Banquet Still Life" portrays lavish feasts enjoyed during this prosperous period. As we explore further into this era’s legacy, we encounter historical remnants such as watchtowers on ancient city walls in Xi'an and depictions like Heavenly King Virudhaka hanging scroll or cast iron sculptures like Seated Monk from around 1490. Finally, Peony Hanging Scroll demonstrates how delicate brushstrokes brought flowers to life on paper in 1532—a testament to both artistic talent and appreciation for natural beauty prevalent throughout the Ming Dynasty.