A rare set of Chinese porcelain round Qianjiang Cai plaques hand-painted by artist 邹国钧 Zou Guojun (1913-1996), circa 1970

Zou Guojun (邹国钧) was a renowned Chinese artist known for his expertise in the Qianjiang Cai (literally “thousand rivers and myriad mountains”) style of painting. He was born in 1913 and passed away in 1996.

Zou Guojun specialized in traditional Chinese painting, particularly in the meticulous and detailed Qianjiang Cai technique, which originated in the late Qing Dynasty and reached its peak during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This style is characterized by intricate depictions of landscapes, figures, and narratives, often featuring vibrant colors and meticulous brushwork.