The Imperial Brush: The Life and Legacy of Puru (Pu Xinyu) Born into the twilight of an era, Puru, known to history as Pu Xinyu, carried within his very lineage the weight and elegance of China's imperial past. Born in Beijing on August 30, 1896, he was a member of the Aisin Gioro clan, the noble family inextricably linked to the last Emperor of the Qing Dynasty. This aristocratic upbringing provided more than just social prestige; it offered an immersive education in the foundational pillars of Chinese high culture. From his earliest years, Puru was steeped in the disciplined study of calli…