Imitation handicrafts of ancient painting 18.5*220 cm Chinese Scroll An introduction to The Nymph of the Luo River (??????): "The Nymph of the Luo River" is a celebrated Chinese painting masterpiece inspired by the poetic prose Ode to the Nymph of the Luo River (?????) written by Cao Zhi (??, 192–232) during the Three Kingdoms period. The painting was created by Gu Kaizhi (???, c. 344–406), one of the most iconic artists of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, often hailed as the "Father of Chinese Painting." Key Features: Literary Roots – The painting vividly illustrates Cao Zhi’s romantic and melancholic poem, which describes his encounter with and loss of the goddess Fufei (??), a divine nymph of the Luo River. Artistic Style – Gu Kaizhi’s work exemplifies early Chinese narrative painting, characterized by: Elegant, flowing lines (?????, "silkworm-spin thread" technique). Sequential storytelling across a handscroll, blending multiple scenes into one composition. Expressive figures with exaggerated gestures, reflecting emotional depth. Themes Symbolism – The painting explores love, longing, and separation, merging Taoist mysticism with human emotion. The nymph symbolizes unattainable beauty, while the landscape reflects the harmony of nature. Multiple Versions – The original Tang Dynasty copy is lost, but several Song Dynasty reproductions survive, housed in museums like: Beijing’s Palace Museum (color version). Liaoning Provincial Museum (ink-line version). Freer Gallery (USA) (fragmentary copy). Legacy – A cornerstone of classical Chinese art, it influenced later figure-landscape paintings and remains a cultural symbol of lyrical storytelling. Fun Fact: Gu Kaizhi’s famous principle "????" ("capturing the spirit") is embodied in this work, where even the waves and trees seem to echo human emotion.