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Ancient painting captures bamboo basket with vibrant blooms
Updated: May 19, 2026
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Today is China Tourism Day! If you travel to China now, you may find yourself surrounded by blossoms at every turn.
Just like this Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) painting Basket of Flowers by Li Song (1166-1243), a delicately woven bamboo basket overflows with vibrant blooms – hollyhocks, gardenias, lilies, magnolias, pomegranate flowers, and more. The painting captures not only the beauty and diversity of nature, but also the artist's deep love for life and the changing seasons. Collection: Palace Museum.
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