A Masterpiece Reimagined
“Han Yuan Tu” is a remarkable ink – and – color painting on silk created by Li Rongjin, a Yuan Dynasty artist. Presently, it’s housed in the National Palace Museum in Taipei. Li Rongjin, whose courtesy name was Gongyan, was active around the early Zhizheng era (1341 – 1368). He was proficient in both boundary – painting and landscape art, having learned from Wang Zhenpeng. His boundary – paintings were highly structured with precise proportions. Among his approximately 11 works recorded in historical documents, is the only surviving piece.
Depicting the Grandeur of Han Dynasty Palaces
This painting showcases the magnificent palaces and gardens of the Han Dynasty. In the artwork, palatial buildings are constructed along mountains and waters. Starting from the cross – hipped bridge pavilion at the lower – left corner, one follows a mountain path into multiple courtyards. The structures include a double – eaved gabled – hip pavilion, a two – story pavilion on a high platform with a cross – hipped roof on the upper floor and gabled – hip projections on the lower floor, and a hall with a double – eaved pyramidal roof. The palatial complex is truly imposing, with pavilions, halls, waterside pavilions, and corridors arranged in an orderly and harmonious manner.
A Masterpiece Reimagined
Step into the grandeur of ancient China with Li Rongjin’s Han Yuan Tu (汉苑图), a breathtaking Yuan Dynasty painting now brought to life in exquisite cross-stitch! This intricate artwork captures the majestic Han-era palace complex, with its towering pavilions, elegant bridges, and serene waters—all rendered in meticulous detail.
Where Art Meets Craft
Imagine recreating this historical gem stitch by stitch! The Han Yuan Tu cross-stitch project celebrates not just Li Rongjin’s architectural precision but also the patience and skill of modern needlework. Every thread pays homage to the original’s harmony of nature and imperial splendor.
A Legacy in Thread
From the double-eaved towers to the winding corridors, this design transforms a 14th-century masterpiece into a tactile work of art. Perfect for history lovers and crafters alike, it’s more than a hobby—it’s a bridge between cultures and centuries.
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