摘要
Confucius Giving a Lecture, a painting by an unknown artist from the Ming dynasty(1368-1644), is currently in the collection of the Confucius Museum. The earliest known portrait of Confucius was discovered on a lacquered folding screen in the tomb of Liu He 刘贺(92-59 BCE), the Marquis of Haihun during the Western Han dynasty(202 BCE-8 CE). This archaeological discovery confirms that the tradition of depicting Confucius dates back over 2,000 years, demonstrating his enduring influence. Throughout Chinese history, Confucius has been portrayed in various forms, including paintings, sculptures, and carvings, which were often displayed in temples, educational institutions, and on ritual objects to honor his legacy. A notable example of these portrayals is Confucius Giving a Lecture, a piece that exemplifies the mutual reinforcement of traditional Chinese painting techniques and Confucian philosophy.
出处
《走进孔子(中英文)》
2025年第4期118-123,共6页
Thinking Through Confucius
