What is the level of a first-class painter?

Professor level.

China's great creation in art history. The works of first-class painters and painters are unique in style and innovative in artistic expression, which has had an important influence in the history of China fine arts. It has a prominent artistic position in the national painting and calligraphy circles: the first-class painter enjoys a high reputation and status in the country, and his works are widely recognized and appreciated. His works have had a great influence at home and abroad: the works of first-class painters and painters have had a wide influence in exhibitions, art exchanges and other activities at home and abroad, which has aroused the attention and discussion of the art world and the audience. Works get high prices in international calligraphy and painting auctions: the works of first-class painters and painters are of high value in the international art market and can be sold at high prices. A national first-class painter is equivalent to a professor. Painters are divided into national first class, second class, third class and fourth class. If it is at the national level, it is equivalent to the professor level.