Chen Hongshou (1598 Zhuji, Zhejiang province –1652), formerly romanized as Ch'en Hung-shou, was a Chinese painter of the late Ming dynasty.

His courtesy name was Zhanghou (章侯), and his pseudonyms were Laolian (老莲), Fuchi (弗迟), Yunmenseng (云门僧), Huichi (悔迟), Chiheshang (迟和尚) and Huiseng (悔僧).

[1] He once trained under Lan Ying, and was skilled in painting peculiar human figures, landscapes, flower-and-bird.

He utilized plump, profound brushwork and precise color, creating a unique style.

In 1645, he passed the government examinations, receiving official status, only to flee from the advancing Manchus.