Chou Ch'en, also known as Zhou Chen, was a Chinese painter born in 1460 in Suzhou, Jiangsu province. He specialized in painting landscapes and human figures, with his style name being 'Shunqing' and his sobriquet 'Dongchun'.
Life and Career
Chou Ch'en had two very famed students,
Tang Yin and
Qiu Ying. He died in the Zhizong Jiajing 14th year (1535). According to his biography on
WahooArt.com, Chou Ch'en was a prominent figure in Chinese art during the Ming Dynasty.
Artistic Style and Influences
Chou Ch'en's artistic style was characterized by his use of
landscape and
human figures in his paintings. His work can be found in various museums, including the
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, United States, which features his painting
The North Sea.
Notable Works and Students
Some notable works by Chou Ch'en's students include
Tang Yin's landscapes and
Qiu Ying's human figures. Chou Ch'en's own work can be seen in the context of other Chinese painters, such as
Ni Zan and
Shang Yixin, who also specialized in landscape and human figure painting.
Legacy and References
Chou Ch'en's legacy can be found on
WahooArt.com and
Wikipedia, which provide further information about his life, career, and artistic style.
WahooArt.com and
Wikipedia are essential resources for learning more about Chou Ch'en's life, career, and artistic contributions to Chinese painting.