Li Shizhuo: A Serene Vision of Ming Dynasty Landscape Painting Li Shizhuo (1687 – 1770) stands as a pivotal figure in Chinese landscape painting during the late Ming dynasty, embodying the spirit of Neo-Confucianism and mastering techniques that would resonate through subsequent generations. Though biographical details remain scarce—a common predicament for artists of his era—scholarly consensus paints a portrait of a dedicated student deeply rooted in the traditions of Wang Hui and Ma Yi, whose teachings shaped his distinctive artistic approach. Early Life and Artistic Training Informatio…