What was the background of the Painting of the Eight Horses?

In which year was Xu Beihong's Painting of the Eight Horses created? What was the historical significance of his creation?

Answer 1

The Painting of the Eight Horses took place in the Ming Dynasty. The novel told the story of a scholar named Zhang Tingyu, who accidentally transmigrated to a strange world and became an emperor with magical powers. After becoming the emperor, Zhang Tingyu began a journey full of challenges and thrills. He had to work hard to balance his power and pursue his dreams.

The Eight Horses in the novel referred to the eight luxurious gardens built by Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty. They were Cuihua Garden, Yuquan Garden, Xiqing Garden, Qingliang Garden, Yongtai Garden, Xihe Garden, Taihe Garden, and Treasure Garden. In the novel, Zhang Tingyu used his political wisdom and ability to try to gain more power and benefits from these gardens.