Chen is especially noted for the layers of hues and brilliant colors she used on rice paper. In her traditional ink-wash paintings, she used non-traditional techniques such as perspective and light-and-shadow.

The highlight of the exhibition is the only figure painting displayed. It is a graceful, willowy Chinese woman from ancient times, seen from the back. In one hand she holds a fan and in the other a handkerchief. On the fan, a vague landscape is visible.

Date: Through September 10, 9am-5pm

Venue: Shanghai China Art Museum, 161 Shangnan Rd

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