Zhao Mengfu Writing the Heart (Hridaya) Sutra in Exchange for Tea
1542–43
handscroll, ink and light color on paper
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In the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland · as of July 2026
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FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART’S CATALOG
Qiu Ying was born to a peasant family, but his natural talent led him to a successful career as a professional painter with wealthy patrons.
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