Text | Rainy and sunny novels
Edit | Rainy and sunny novels
I heard that people who like and follow are more likely to get the favor of Lady Luck! If you want to prosper financially, start by following me! I wish you a lot of money and good luck!
420 million "ugly birds": Qi Baishi's unexpected works and the myth of artistic value
The picture comes from the Internet
In 2011, at the China Guardian Spring Auction, a work by Qi Baishi titled "Pine and Cypress Gaoli Tu · Seal Book Four Words Couplet" was sold at a sky-high price of 425.5 million yuan, which was a sensation
A "ugly bird" raises a value myth
The uniqueness of "Brick Pattern Like a Bird Manuscript" lies in its "sense of contrast", which is written by the master Qi Baishi and appears in the same frame as his sky-high works, which seems to naturally have its own "halo"; Its simple and almost "simple" painting style is far from the classic images of Qi Baishi's majestic shrimp and crab in people's impression, and is even jokingly called "kindergarten children's graffiti" by some people
This huge "sense of contrast" has aroused people's strong curiosity and heated discussion: how can such a seemingly simple work be juxtaposed with a priceless masterpiece? What is it that gives it such a special meaning? The story of "Brick Pattern Like a Bird Manuscript" may be found in Qi Baishi's artistic concept and life experience
"It's really natural": the encounter between Qi Baishi and "brick-patterned bird-like manuscripts".
In 1920, Qi Baishi went north to Beijing, living in the karma liao of Fayuan Temple, at that time, he was close to the age of sixties, but still maintained a childlike innocence and pure love for art, one day, the student Zhang Boren came to visit, the master and apprentice talked very happily, at this moment, Qi Baishi's eyes were attracted by an ordinary blue brick on the ground
On the brick surface, the traces of rain erosion formed an irregular imprint, resembling a small bird, this seemingly ordinary scene, but in Qi Baishi's eyes full of "natural interest", he immediately found a pen and paper, sketched this "brick bird", and enthusiastically recorded the accidental process of this creation in the inscription next to it
The picture comes from the Internet
"Accident" is an indispensable source of inspiration in artistic creation, and Qi Baishi's keen capture of "accident" and his ability to transform "accident" into a work of art are the embodiment of his artistic attainments
"The vitality of art lies in the true feelings": Qi Baishi's artistic concept
Qi Baishi once said: "The beauty of painting lies in the similarity and dissimilarity, too similar is kitsch, and if it is not similar, it is deceiving the world" What he pursues is not the mechanical reproduction of objective objects, but through the observation and understanding of objects, he refines its charm, and integrates his own emotions and thoughts, and finally creates works that "have both form and spirit".
"Brick pattern like a bird" is the embodiment of Qi Baishi's artistic concept, this painting has no meticulous carving skills, no brilliant and dazzling colors, but is full of innocent childlike fun and admiration for the beauty of nature, it seems simple, but contains Qi Baishi's deep understanding of art and love for life
Qi Baishi created many works in his life, but he always took the "brick pattern like a bird draft" with him until the last moment of his life, not only because this painting records an interesting creative experience, but also because it represents Qi Baishi's original intention of art and his persistent pursuit of "truth, goodness and beauty".
The multiple dimensions of "value": from market price to artistic value
The value of "brick pattern like a bird" cannot be measured simply by money, and its value is reflected in the following aspects:
The picture comes from the Internet
1. Artistic value: "Brick pattern like a bird draft" is the embodiment of Qi Baishi's artistic concept, it shows the beauty of nature and innocence with simple lines and simple shapes, and embodies Qi Baishi's artistic pursuit of "wonderful between similar and dissimilar".
2. Historical value: This painting records Qi Baishi's real creative experience, and also reflects his artistic creation, which is an important material for the study of Qi Baishi's art
3. Cultural value: The "natural interest" and the admiration for the beauty of nature contained in the "brick pattern like a bird" reflect the idea of "the unity of heaven and man" in traditional Chinese culture, and have certain cultural value
4. Market value: As the authentic work of Qi Baishi, the "brick pattern like a bird manuscript" has a very high collection value, and its market price has also risen with the market price of Qi Baishi's works
We should also be soberly aware that the market price is only one aspect of measuring the value of a work of art, and it cannot fully represent the true value of a work of art, and the value of a work of art lies more in its artistic, historical, cultural and other dimensions
Conclusion: The value of art lies in touching the heart
The value of art is not only determined by the market price, but also whether it can touch the heart, arouse resonance, inspire thinking, real works of art can cross the boundaries of time and space, and people of different times and cultural backgrounds have emotional resonance, and bring people the enjoyment of beauty and spiritual enlightenment
In the era of information explosion, we need to feel the charm of art with our hearts, to discover those "really natural fun" moments in life, and draw spiritual strength from them, as Qi Baishi said: "The vitality of art lies in the true feelings, and only by feeling with our hearts can we create works that move people's hearts"
This article is only for the purpose of spreading positive energy and does not contain any vulgar or illegal content. If there is any infringement, please contact us and we will remove it immediately.