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Since the Northern Song Dynasty in the 10th century, the figure of the itinerant merchant has served as a classic subject for Chinese paintings. Bringing historical imagination into modern times, Chinese artist Ya Ming has added a new dimension to this timeless character with his innovative approach and ingenuity. His masterpiece "The Itinerant Merchant" employed a traditional artistic vocabulary to poetically render modern life. Produced by China Media Group, the documentary series “Fine Arts in China” shares more about the stories of Ya Ming and his artwork.