Jinwu (1633–1681): The Poet Painter of Lingnan Jinwu, whose real name was Shi Jinwu, stands as a pivotal figure in 17th-century Chinese art and calligraphy, particularly within the Lingnan School—a movement that redefined artistic expression during a period of significant cultural transformation. Born in Guangdong Province (modern China), his early life remains shrouded in relative obscurity, yet he emerged as a master craftsman whose…