Shitao ( 1642 - 1707 ) was a Chinese calligrapher, and landscape painter during the early Qing dynasty. Shitao s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 118138.14 USD for Figures and Landscapes in 2008 to a remarkable record 3946000 USD for unknown in 2015 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.