In short
The Han Huang painting most people know is The Three Religions: Confucius, Laozi and Buddha, and you can see it at the Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven. Out of 2 works by Han Huang in our catalogue, these 2 are the best known. Each one comes with its year, its museum and a short note on what makes it stand out.
Han Huang's top 10: the pieces everyone knows
Where you can see Han Huang's paintings
Tämän sivun teoksista eniten sisältävät 2 museota.
| Museo | Kaupunki | Han Huang teokset | Tämän listan maalaukset |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven | 1 | The Three Religions: Confucius, Laozi and Buddha | |
| Beijing | 1 | Five Oxen |
Han Huang paintings: what people want to know
What painting is Han Huang best known for?See the answer
Top of the list is The Three Religions: Confucius, Laozi and Buddha.
How many Han Huang works are there?See the answer
We have 2 works by Han Huang in our catalogue.
Which museums have Han Huang's best-known paintings?See the answer
You'll find most of them in Yale University Art Gallery (New Haven) ja The Palace Museum (Beijing). The museum list above has the full breakdown.
Can I order a Han Huang reproduction for my home?See the answer
Yes. Every painting on this page is available as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print, in the size that suits you. Just open the painting's page to order.
Meet Han Huang
Historical Role and Political Career
Han Huang was a Chinese economist and politician of the Tang dynasty. Born in 723, he served as a chancellor during the reign of the Emperor Dezong. His career was marked by significant roles, including serving as the prefect of Jin Prefecture, the prefect of Su Prefecture, and the governor of Zhejiang Circuit. He also held the position of military governor of Zhenhai Circuit and was eventually created the Duke of Jin. Throughout his service, he was noted by traditional historians for his frugality and personal integrity, though he was also criticized for being overly harsh and cruel in his governance.
Administrative and Economic Contributions
During the reign of Emperor Daizong, Han Huang served as the deputy minister of census, where he was responsible for the economic affairs of the western half of the empire. He was known for his attention to detail and his efforts to stamp out corruption within the imperial treasury. In his later years, he exercised significant authority as a chancellor and was responsible for the Yangtze-Huai River supply system. He died in the spring of 787 and was buried with great honors.