Guanyin above clouds of fire
Huang Bore1943
Hong Kong Museum of Art
Hong Kong , Hong Kong
The subject matter of this painting is unique, and the visual effect is stunning. The Goddess of Mercy is portrayed amidst a sea of fire. The serene look on her face and the fluidly draping lines of her robe are in stark contrast to the tongues of fire around her. Her merciful countenance inspires confidence in those hoping to seek salvation. This painting was completed in 1943, during the Second World War. Huang was touched by the suffering of the people as they faced the ravages of war, epidemics and death. The Goddess of Mercy he drew here was meant to represent a solace to troubled hearts.
- Title: Guanyin above clouds of fire
- Creator: Huang Bore
- Creator Lifespan: 1901 - 1968
- Creator Nationality: Chinese
- Creator Gender: Male
- Creator Birth Place: Dongguan, Guangdong, Guangdong province, China
- Date: 1943
- Theme: Figure
- Physical Dimensions: w32.4 x h90 cm
- About the Artist: Huang Bore was a native of Guangdong. He first learned Chinese painting from his uncle, Huang Shaomei. Subsequently, from ancient paintings, he gleaned the styles of masters such as Chen Hongshou, Shi Tao and Hua Yan. His subject matters included not only landscapes, birds-and-flowers, but also Buddhist figures. He and his uncle Huang Shaomei were among the founders of the Guihai Painting Cooperative, and were active figures in the Chinese Painting Research Society. He launched the Hong Kong Chapter in 1926.
- Type: Ink and colour on paper
- Rights: Hong Kong Museum of Art
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