Works format:vertical scroll Name:17.Bian He getting jade卞和得玉(paintings with delicate strokes on silk scroll) Painting core sizes:66*134cm (Full size 76*190cm) Creative Age:80年代 Date of submission:2011-4-19 Viewed 3278 Times Works price:0.00¥ Order Online Original image:Click to view Details:
A person from the country of Chu, Bian He found an uncut piece of jade in the mountains. In order to show the quality of the jade, he went through all kinds of hardships and difficulties, even his legs were cut off for being accused of cheating the monarch. At last the jade was cut and made into a precious stone and handed down from generation to generation. Bian He’s character is from the story “He Shi Jade” and will be remembered forever. This painting praises the virtue of knowing one’s subordinates well enough to offering them jobs consider their abilities.