A Life of Ink and Paper Born in Beijing in 1753, the man known as Fashishan lived much of his life within the rhythms of the Qing dynasty court and the quiet corners of his own libraries. Originally named Yun Chang, he carried the courtesy name Kaiwen and used various art names like Shifan and Wumen. His early years were shaped by a rigorous study under his stepmother, Lady Han Taishu, who watched him closely by lamplight to ensure hi…