“The Painting of Emperor Qianlong and Imperial Concubine Arresting Deers”, Volume of Emperor Qianlong and Imperial Concubine Arresting Deers, Qianlong, Qing Dynasty, paper edition, colored, 37.6cm in length and 195.5cm in width
Introduction to Emperor Qianlong’s title: “Wei Arc Captures Deer”
This scroll depicts the scene of Emperor Qianlong riding and hunting in the Mulan paddock in autumn. In the painting, Emperor Qianlong straddles a steed and draws a bow to set off his arrows. A running deer in the distance falls in response to the sound. The imperial concubine next to the emperor rides a horse and closely follows and serves, presenting a feather arrow at a critical moment, demonstrating the royal version of “Fu Sing Fu Sui”
The work is painted by court painters in the Qing Dynasty with gorgeous colors, exquisite strokes, and rich and noble style. The Emperor Qianlong depicted in the picture is in his prime of life, with strong and powerful gestures and gestures; The imperial concubine depicted is young and beautiful, with fair skin. Judging from her hairstyle, clothing patterns, and facial features, it is likely that the imperial concubine depicted in the picture is the Rong concubine from the Western Regions, also known as the legendary Xiang concubine.
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