About the Artist

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Yang San-Lang, a great 20th-century Chinese art master, was born in 1907 in Wangxi, Taipei. At the age of sixteen, he entered the Kyoto School of Fine Arts in Japan to study painting, later transferring to the Kansai Academy of Fine Arts for further education. In 1927, he first received the Special Selection Award at the Taiwan Art Exhibition, and thereafter won numerous awards at various exhibitions in Taiwan, including the Government Exhibition, as well as the Kansai Art Exhibition and the Haruyama Exhibition in Japan. In 1932, he went to France for further studies, where his work "Along the Seine" was selected for the prestigious Paris Salon. After returning to Taiwan, he founded the Taiyang Art Association and played an active role in establishing the Taiwan Provincial Art Exhibition, where he served as a juror for many years. His contributions to the development of Taiwanese art are historically significant, and he is regarded as a leading art movement figure.

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Yang San-Lang's direct observation of nature profoundly influenced his painting style. To enhance the visual impact of his works, he often used both brush and palette knife to create rich textures, volume, and vivid atmospheres. Over time and with accumulated experience, his paintings grew larger and more impressive, showcasing his deeper artistic prowess and unique style.

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With expert brushwork and solid composition, his love for painting and reverence for nature are fully reflected in his artworks. In his later years, Yang San-Lang was awarded the National Cultural Medal, the highest honor, in recognition of his outstanding contributions and influence on the art world.