Qi Zhijia (祁豸佳): Echoes of Ni Zan and the Spirit of Winter Qi Zhijia (祁豸佳), born around 1594, stands as a singular figure in late Ming dynasty art, primarily recognized for his breathtaking reproductions of Ni Zan’s iconic “Pavilion Amongst Wintry Trees” (冬林亭子圖). This masterful imitation cemented his reputation as one of the foremost practitioners of Ni Zan’s style—a tradition deeply rooted in Daoist philosophy and characterized by a profound sensitivity to seasonal change. While biographical details remain scarce, scholars believe he hailed from Jiangsu Province, where he honed his artistic…