Reproducing The Prosperity Of The Imperial Capital

The painting "Competition on the Jinming Lake" is currently housed in the Tianjin Museum.It measures 28.6 cm in height and 28.5 cm in width,and is a silk painting created with colors.Based on contemporary records,it depicts the grand scene of the dragon boat competition held on the Double Third Festival in the Jinming Lake during the reign of Emperor Huizong of the Northern Song Dynasty,showcasing the prosperity of the capital city at that time.The author and specific date of creation of this painting remain controversial among scholars,but focusing excessively on such issues may overlook the independent aesthetic value inherent in the work itself.Therefore,this article takes "Competition on the Jinming Lake" as the primary research object,emphasizing the study of its independent artistic value.Combining theories from folk customs and utilizing methods of cross-referencing literature and images,this article conducts research on the meaning of the title,the contents of the image,and the contextual factors of its creation.Subsequently,the article delves into an interpretation of its artistic characteristics and uncovers its unique artistic value compared to other works.Finally,the article explores the deep meaning behind the image,as well as its historical and cultural significance,by examining later reflections on the Jinming Lake and the dragon boat competition."...