A Magnificent And Rare Twelve-leaf Double-sided 'coromandel' Lacquer Screen
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Kangxi's A Magnificent And Rare Twelve-leaf Double-sided 'coromandel' Lacquer Screen into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
This extraordinary twelve-leaf Kangxi Coromandel lacquer screen represents the pinnacle of Chinese decorative arts from the Qing Dynasty's golden age. Measuring an impressive height while folded, the screen unfolds dramatically to reveal breathtaking panoramic scenes rendered in the sophisticated kuancai (incised polychrome) technique. Dating to circa 1662-1722, such imperial-quality screens were commissioned exclusively for palace use, featuring meticulously layered compositions of courtly figures, mythical landscapes, and symbolic flora that embody Confucian ideals of harmony. The obverse and reverse sides display complementary narratives executed with astonishing precision - gilt details shimmer against deep lacquer backgrounds, while subtle gradations of malachite green and iron-red pigments demonstrate court artisans' mastery. As one of fewer than thirty known complete Kangxi Coromandel screens extant worldwide, this masterpiece represents a crucial bridge between Ming pictorial traditions and Qing decorative exuberance, profoundly influencing later export lacquerwares destined for European collectors.
In contemporary interior schemes, this screen commands transformative presence as both functional artwork and spatial poetry. Its grandeur suits double-height entryways or as a statement backdrop behind Ming-style mahogany furniture, where the warm tones of classical Chinese hardwood can echo the lacquer's rich patina. For modern offices, position it perpendicular to floor-to-ceiling windows to capitalize on daylight animating the gilded motifs, pairing with subdued celadon ceramics and minimalist furnishings to prevent visual competition. Residential applications benefit from flanking the screen with scholar's rocks or dwarf pines to enhance its literati spirit, while gallery lighting at 45-degree angles intensifies the carved patterns' dimensionality. The screen's substantial footprint necessitates placement in rooms exceeding 500 square feet, ideally against neutral walls where its intricate iconography becomes chromatic focal point—deep burgundy or Prussian blue accent walls would compellingly highlight its mineral pigments. Always maintain climate-controlled environments (45-55% RH) to preserve the fragile lacquer layers.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
