Wang Yuanqi

Who was Wang Yuanqi?

Wang Yuanqi was a Chinese painter of the Qing dynasty.

Wang was born in Taicang in the Jiangsu province and tutored in painting by his grandfather Wang Shimin. His style name was 'Mao-ching ' and his sobriquet was ' Lu-t'ai'. Wang is a member of the Four Wangs and Six Masters of the early Qing period. His style and technique demonstrates influences from Huang Gongwang, especially in the use of ocher pigments.

Wang Yuanqi's Mountain Dwelling on a Summer Day