Yun Shou-ping (nantian): A Master of Blossoms and Breath Born in Wujiang, China, in 1633 – a time of profound upheaval as the Ming Dynasty crumbled – Yun Shou-ping, also known as Nantian, emerged from a turbulent era to become one of the most celebrated figures of the early Qing dynasty. More than simply a painter, he was a poet and calligrapher, embodying the ideals of the ‘Six Masters’ alongside Wang Hui, Wu Li, and the four Wangs – a group that redefined Chinese art during this pivotal period. His legacy isn't merely found in museums; it resonates within the very spirit of Chinese literat…