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Ni Zan Most Popular Paintings

The 11 artworks by Ni Zan our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 11 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Ni Zan · 1301 – 1374

Twin Trees by the South Bank (Annan shuangshu)

1353 · Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton

Experience Ni Zan's sparse Yuan Dynasty masterpiece, Twin Trees by the South Bank, capturing serene nature with evocative ink washes; discover this timeless piece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Enjoying the Wilderness in an Autumn Grove

1339 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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Fishing Village in an Autumn Clear Day

China Modern and Contemporary Art Document Research Center, Beijing

Discover Ni Zan’s "Fishing Village in an Autumn Clear Day," a serene monochrome ink wash painting of classical Chinese landscapes. Explore its minimalist beauty & timeless appeal.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Poetic Thoughts in a Forest Pavilion

1371 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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Poems and Letters in Running Script\n\nImage 1

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1372 · original 29 x 39 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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Bamboo, Rock, and Tall Tree

1349 · Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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Untitled (D2XA3N)

1363 · original 59 x 31 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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The Distant Cold Flow Pine

1370 · original 59.7 x 50.4cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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Twin Trees by the South Bank (Annan shuangshu)

1353 · original 56.0 x 27.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Six Gentlemen

1345 · original 61.9 x 33.3cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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Woods and Valleys of Mount Yu

1372 · original 95 x 36 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 11 artworks by Ni Zan
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The artist

Ni Zan

1301 – 1374

Quick facts

Died1374
Works on APS11
Lifespan73 years
Museums on APSArt Institute of Chicago, Princeton University Art Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Cleveland Museum of Art, China Modern and Contemporary Art Document Research Center
Also known asHsiao-hsien, Xiaoxian, Tsan, Zan Ni, Ching-man-min
NationalityPeople's Republic of China
Color intensitybalanced

Biography

early life and background

ni zan, a renowned chinese painter, was born in 1301 into a wealthy family in wuxi. his courtesy name was yuan zhen (元鎮), and his art names were yun lin zi (雲林子), huan xia sheng (幻霞生), and jing man min (荊蠻民). despite being born after the death of kublai khan, ni zan's family could afford a rigorous confucian education for him.

artistic style and contributions

ni zan is considered one of the four masters of the yuan dynasty, alongside huang gongwang, wu zhen, and wang meng. his paintings, characterized by ink-monochrome landscapes with widely separated riverbanks, foreground trees silhouetted against water, and sparse compositions without people, defy traditional chinese painting concepts. ni zan's distinctive style, developed after 1345, was a conscious expression of self-expression.

notable works and travels

some of ni zan's notable works include:

fishing village in an autumn clear day (china modern and contemporary art document research center, beijing, china), showcasing his unique style.
twin trees by the south bank (annan shuangshu) (princeton university art museum, princeton, united states), reflecting his growth as an artist.
wind among the trees on the riverbank, created between 1356 and 1366, when ni zan led a refugee's life, residing with his family southwest of suzhou (https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@@/d2xa3n-ni-zan-wind-among-the-trees-on-the-riverbank).

legacy and influence

ni zan's work was highly valued during his lifetime, and he travelled throughout southern china, painting and relying on the hospitality of friends. after the establishment of the ming dynasty, ni zan returned to his hometown in 1371 and painted his rongxi studio, epitomizing his style (https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/ni-zan). his legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. view more of ni zan's works on AllPaintingsStore: [https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/ni-zan](https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/ni-zan) explore the four masters of the yuan dynasty: [https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@@/a@d3c5zh](https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@@/a@d3c5zh)

Questions & Answers

What are the birth city and country of Ni Zan?

Ni Zan was born in Wuxi, in People's Republic of China.

In which historical period did Ni Zan work?

Ni Zan worked in the Late-Medieval period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

Where can I find statistics about Ni Zan's works?

Statistics about Ni Zan's works are available on the artist's Stats page.

By the AllPaintingsStore.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 3, 2026

Collector's quiz

Ni Zan is considered one of the Four Masters of the Yuan Dynasty alongside Huang Gongwang, Wu Zhen, and Wang Meng. What distinguishes Ni Zan's artistic style from traditional Chinese painting?
Ni Zan's distinctive style developed after 1345 and was characterized by a conscious expression of self-expression. Where did Ni Zan reside during this period?
Notable works by Ni Zan include "Fishing Village in an Autumn Clear Day" and "Twin Trees by the South Bank." What is a key feature of these paintings?
Ni Zan's legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. What is Ni Zan remembered for?
Ni Zan's paintings often feature solitary trees silhouetted against water, reflecting his artistic philosophy. What does this compositional element symbolize?

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