imperial painting academy; painting institute
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imperial painting academy (historical)
formalA historical institution in imperial China where court-appointed painters worked. The most famous was during Emperor Huizong of Song's reign (1101–1125), known for its meticulous, detailed style.
The Song Dynasty Imperial Painting Academy had a profound influence on the history of Chinese painting.
This bird-and-flower painting clearly exhibits the Imperial Academy style.
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Emperor Huizong of Song personally supervised the painting academy, elevating the status of painters.
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Academy painting style (derived from the historical academy)
formalRefers to the painting style characterized by fine, meticulous brushwork (gongbi) that originated from the Song Imperial Academy.
His meticulous brushwork techniques inherit the tradition of the Imperial Academy style.
This artwork can be considered a model of the modern Academy style.
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painting academy; art institute (modern)
neutralA modern institution dedicated to painting, art creation, research, or education. Can be state-run or private.
After graduation, he started working at the Beijing Painting Academy.
This private art institute regularly holds exhibitions for young artists.
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She has been studying Chinese painting at the art academy for three years.