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Jia Quan

CHINA; Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Jia Quan was a painter in the Imperial Painting Academy during the rule of Emperor Qianlong (reigned 1736-1795) of the Qing dynasty. He was skilled in depicting human figures, Buddhist images, saddled horses, and landscapes. His painting style is said to emulate that of Jin Tingbiao. One of his most celebrated works, the Sixteen Arhats. is currently kept at the Palace Museum in Beijing. The vivid image displays a harmonious blend of the figures and color within the landscape.

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