Bird And Lotus
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Hua Yan's Bird And Lotus 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
The delicate ink-wash painting Bird and Lotus by Hua Yan (1682-1756), a master of the Qing Dynasty’s Yangzhou School, exudes poetic serenity through its minimalist elegance. Depicting a solitary bird perched on bending lotus stems amid softly unfurling leaves, the artwork embodies Hua's signature xieyi (freehand) style—where fluid brushstrokes suggest form rather than delineate it. The asymmetrical composition, with rhythmic voids echoing the bird’s contemplative stillness, reflects Daoist ideals of harmony between creatures and nature. Created during the 18th-century cultural renaissance in Yangzhou, this painting bridges literati refinement and emerging bourgeois tastes, standing as a pinnacle of qinggong (light and exquisite) aesthetic. Its influence resonates in modern Chinese ink art’s pursuit of spiritual spontaneity over technical precision.
For interiors, Bird and Lotus lends itself to spaces craving understated sophistication. A framed reproduction (suggested size: 60×90cm for office alcoves or 90×120cm for living room feature walls) harmonizes with Nordic minimalist furniture or Ming-style rosewood pieces. The ink’s silver-grey tones pair beautifully with muted sage green or warm beige backdrops, while its negative space balances busier decor elements like textured rugs. In a study, position it above a low wooden console with a single ceramic vase to echo its organic flow; for contemporary offices, contrast its softness against geometric shelving for visual tension. Opt for matte glass framing to preserve the artwork’s subtle luminosity without glare disrupting its meditative quality.
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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.















































