Artist: Gai Qi (1773-1828)

Date: Qing (1644-1911)

Dimensions: Height 111.0 cm, Width 30.7 cm

Material: Ink and colour on paper

• Object Type：
  • PAINTINGS
• Location：
  • Chinese Painting Gallery
• Tag：
  • red bean hanging scroll gai qi qing ink and colour paper

Gai Qi (1773-1828) is also known by his zi (designated name) Boyun and his hao (literary name) Qixiang. He lived in Songjiang (in present-day Shanghai). Gai Qi was skilled in painting figures, portraits and especially court ladies. This painting illustrates the scene inspired by the poem of Wu Qi. It depicts a noble lady, holding red beans, while her maid painted from behind, presenting a tray with both hands. The drapery of the figures is depicted with firm brushstrokes, and the colouring evokes classical elegance.