Ten Prized Dogs - Shanxing Wolf(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 Ten Prized Dogs" series by the renowned Chinese artist Giuseppe Castiglione (Lang Shining) captures a profound and intricate portrayal of various breeds of dogs, showcasing their strength and elegance. One noteable painting in the series, titled "Shǎn Xīng Láng" (睒星狼), features a majestic wolf dog, a symbol of loyalty and courage. The wolf dog is depicted with remarkable precision, standing in a dynamic pose that emphasises its muscular form and alert posture. Its fur is rendered with fine detail, and the surrounding environment is lush, filled with natural elements that evoke a sense of both wilderness and nobility. The artist masterfully uses traditional Chinese painting techniques, blending them with Western realism to create a unique artistic fusion that captures both the spirit and realism of the subject. This painting exemplifies Castiglione's skill in bridging Eastern and Western artistic traditions, bringing the Western notion of realism into the framework of Chinese aesthetic principles. The focus on the wolf dog's gaze, posture, and physical attributes allows viewers to appreciate not only the beauty of the animal but also its symbolic meaning of strength, nobility, and the wild spirit. [Special Reminder] For optimal printing results, this product is designed to use 11440 x 17680 pixels 300 DPI high definition JPG format images.