Answer to Question #292985 in History for Zamokuhle

Question

Describe how has the artist painted emperor Zhu Di

Answer 1

The medium of which the painting was done is with watercolors on silk cloth. The Portrait of the Yongle Emperor was created with ink and color on silk during the Yongle period of 1403-1424.

The painting looks as if the Emperor is like divine figure. It has the symbolism of colors and also it consist of different dragons that sperate the different parts of the throne.

The Decorative motifs uses shows his strength. The beautiful robe won by him is said to be colored yellow, which is also known to be the imperial color.

The painting has a beautiful carpet, throne, and beautiful fabrics that depicts that the emperor governs and handles all trade from all regions.