Representative works of flower-and-bird painting in Xugu

Xugu was a famous flower and bird painter in the early Ming Dynasty. His works have a unique style, both form and spirit, and are highly respected by future generations. The following is his masterpiece:

Songhe map

This painting depicts a white crane and a pine tree, as well as surrounding rocks, water and other elements. The white crane in the painting is lifelike, with its head held high and natural. The brushwork of pine trees is also very particular, with many branches and leaves and different shapes, giving people a three-dimensional sense.

Lotus map

This work takes hibiscus as the theme. The picture is concise and bright, and the colors are bright and fresh. The hibiscus flower in the painting is very realistic when put into water, as if it can smell its fragrance. The whole picture is very harmonious, giving people a pleasant feeling.

Jade rabbit praying for blessings

This picture depicts a little boy playing on the grass with a jade rabbit beside him. The whole painting is bright and lively, which means good luck and happiness. Jade rabbit is vivid, cute and playful, giving people a sense of intimacy.

The flower-and-bird paintings in Xugu have various forms and unique styles. His paintings are full of life and vitality, expressing his love and awe of nature. These representative works are also deeply loved and respected by later generations, and become the classics of China traditional painting.