Urtu Saqaltu

Place: Yanjing (Today’S Beijing)

Born: 1190

Death: 1244

Biography:

, also known as Yelü Chucai, was a Khitan statesman from the imperial clan of the Liao dynasty. He became a vigorous adviser and administrator of the early Mongol Empire in the Confucian tradition. Born in Yanjing (today’s Beijing) during the Jurchen-ruled Jin dynasty, Urtu Saqaltu was a scholar-painter who specialized in painting the blossoming plum, which he admired.

Early Life and Career

Urtu Saqaltu was born in 1190 in Yanjing, China. He was a member of the Khitan imperial clan and received a traditional Confucian education. Urtu Saqaltu became a skilled painter and calligrapher, and his artwork is characterized by its simplicity and elegance.

Artistic Style

Urtu Saqaltu's artistic style was influenced by Chinese literati painting and calligraphy. His paintings often featured landscapes, figures, and poetry, and were known for their delicate brushwork and subtle color schemes. Urtu Saqaltu's most famous painting is "Poem of Farewell to Liu Man", which is a masterpiece of Chinese art.

Notable Works

Some of Urtu Saqaltu's notable works include:

• "Poem of Farewell to Liu Man", a painting that showcases his skill in capturing the beauty of nature.
• "Landscape with Tower", a painting that demonstrates his ability to create dramatic landscapes with bold brushstrokes and gold leaf accents.

Legacy

Urtu Saqaltu's legacy can be seen in the many artists who have been influenced by his work. His paintings are now housed in museums around the world, including the Freer Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. and the Tokyo National Museum. Urtu Saqaltu's artwork continues to be admired for its beauty and elegance, and his legacy as a Chinese artist of the 13th century remains unchallenged. Important links: https://Wikioo.org/@/Urtu-Saqaltu https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=yelü+chucai,yelü,chucai& https://Wikioo.org/@@/D2VNFT-Urtu-Saqaltu-Poem-of-Farewell-to-Liu-Man https://Wikioo.org/@/Qin-Yu https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=shuxian,guobao,according+to+xuanhe+huapu,according,xuanhe,huapu& https://Wikioo.org/@@/D7FRAC-Shuxian-(Or-Guobao-According-To-Xuanhe-Huapu)-Title(Japanese):-明皇避暑宮圖 https://Wikioo.org/@/Urtu-Saqaltu https://Wikipedia.org https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/O/A@D3CQS9 https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/O/A@D3CQCX