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The Fusion of East and West: Giuseppe Castiglione’s Influence on Qing Dynasty Art
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The Fusion of East and West: Giuseppe Castiglione’s Influence on Qing Dynasty Art

Western Painting Techniques in Qing Dynasty Art During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the imperial court housed a unique collection of paintings. These works, created by European missionaries, showcased a blend of Eastern and Western artistic traditions. A significant example is the painting Pine, Hawk, and Lingzhi Fungus, completed in 1724 by Italian court painter Giuseppe Castiglione,...