Ten Prized Dogs - Cangshuiqiu(Chinese greyhound) Postcard

Giuseppe Castiglione, S.J. (simplified Chinese: 郞世宁; traditional Chinese: 郞世寧; pinyin: Láng Shìníng; 19 July 1688 – 17 July 1766), was an Italian Jesuit brother and missionary in China, where he served as an artist at the imperial court of three Qing emperors – the Kangxi, Yongzheng and Qianlong emperors. He painted in a style that is a fusion of European and Chinese traditions. The "Cang Shui Qiu" from "Ten Prized Dogs" by Giuseppe Castiglione is a captivating piece. In this painting, the dog named Cang Shui Qiu is portrayed with great finesse. Its form is depicted realistically, with a strong and sturdy body structure. The fur of the dog seems to have a certain texture, which is carefully presented through the use of brushstrokes. The colour of the fur is perhaps a blend of earthy tones, giving it an air of rustic charm. The eyes of the dog are deep - set and expressive, as if they hold a story within. The background might be simple yet complementary, enhancing the overall presence of the dog in the painting. [Special Reminder] For optimal printing results, this product is designed to use 9792 x 14256 pixels 300 DPI high definition JPG format images.