Quan Deyu (权德舆, 759–818) was a monumental figure of the Mid-Tang Dynasty, serving as a high-ranking official and Chancellor under three successive emperors. As a central pillar of the imperial court and a prolific writer, he was widely regarded as a leader of the literary world, holding a status that bridged the gap between the High Tang traditions and the rising voices of the Mid-Tang era.
His poetry is celebrated for its dignified elegance and technical refinement. Despite his heavy political responsibilities, Quan Deyu mastered a variety of genres, from official courtly verse to the surprisingly delicate "Yutai Style" (玉台体) of boudoir laments. His work is characterized by a balanced and harmonious Vibe, reflecting the poise of a statesman who found intellectual sanctuary in the precision of language and the beauty of the natural world.
At CN-Poetry, we honor the "Grand Master" legacy of Quan Deyu through meticulous English translations. We invite you to explore the "Vibe" of Mid-Tang high society and spiritual reflection—capturing the sophisticated grace of a man who commanded the empire with his brush and inspired its poets with his heart. Discover his classical masterpieces within our digital collection.
Five-character-quatrain
Read Translation & Analysis →Last night my girdle came undone,
And this morning a luck-beetle flew over my bed.
So here are my paints and here are my powders --
And a welcome for my yoke again.
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