Celebrating the Power of Women – A Legacy in Gold
They were great poets, painters, textile innovators, doctors, astronomers, and mathematicians, shining in every important field of their time. Yet many were remembered only as “someone’s wife” or “someone’s daughter,” their remarkable contributions obscured by history.
Through the brush of renowned artist Lian Yang, these forgotten stories of women are revived, merging with the timeless Jinling gold-leaf and mineral pigment painting techniques. The result is a luminous tribute that celebrates women’s strength, talent, and enduring cultural legacy, bringing a centuries-old craft into a contemporary narrative of empowerment.
【Xie Daoyun– A Brilliant and Free-Spirited Literary Icon】Renowned for her quick wit, sharp intellect, and poetic talent, Xie Daoyun was a true mastermind among women of her time. Her free-spirited nature and remarkable literary skill make her an enduring symbol of talent, independence, and cultural brilliance.
【Li Qingzhao– The Queen of Words】
Celebrated as one of China’s greatest female poets, Li Qingzhao is renowned for her refined literary talent, delicate emotional expression, and independent spirit. Her mastery of language and poetry earned her the title of “Word Queen”, making her an enduring symbol of female intellect, artistic brilliance, and emotional depth.
【Guan Daosheng – The Elegant and Resolute Art Sorceress】Guan Daosheng, renowned for her calm elegance, steadfast determination, and gentle demeanor , was a masterful painter and calligrapher of her time. Her artistry and refined spirit earned her the reputation of a “painting and calligraphy enchantress,” embodying the perfect blend of talent, grace, and strength.
【Cai Wenji – The Brilliant and Independent Musical Virtuoso】Cai Wenji was celebrated for her exceptional intellect, independence, and extraordinary literary talent, as well as her mastery of the qin (Chinese zither). A true polymath of her era, she embodies wisdom, artistic brilliance, and cultural sophistication, inspiring admiration across generations.
【Huang Daopo – The Industrious and Inventive Textile Goddess】Huang Daopo was renowned for her diligence, kindness, and pioneering spirit, revolutionizing textile techniques in her era. Celebrated as a true innovator, she embodies ingenuity, practical wisdom, and enduring cultural impact, earning her the status of a legendary female figure in Chinese history.
【Tan Yunxian – The Resilient and Courageous Medical Leader】
Tan Yunxian was celebrated for her tenacity, bravery, and lifelong dedication to learning. As a pioneering female physician in Chinese history, she exemplifies leadership, medical expertise, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge, inspiring generations with her courage and professional excellence.
【Wang Zhenyi – The Tenacious and Brilliant Astronomical Pioneer】Wang Zhenyi was celebrated for her resilience, calm determination, and extraordinary intellect. A pioneering female astronomer and mathematician, she exemplifies scientific brilliance, perseverance, and groundbreaking achievements, inspiring generations with her dedication to knowledge and innovation.
