Hundred Horses
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Lang Shining (Giuseppe Castiglione)'s Hundred Horses 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 Hundred Horses by Lang Shining (Giuseppe Castiglione) is a magnificent fusion of Eastern and Western artistry, showcasing over 100 horses in dynamic poses across a sprawling silk scroll. Painted in 1728 during the Qing Dynasty, this monumental work (measuring 7.7 meters long) blends European realism with traditional Chinese brush techniques, creating lifelike animals amidst lush landscapes. Castiglione, a Jesuit missionary-turned-imperial court painter, revolutionized Chinese art by introducing chiaroscuro and perspective while honoring local aesthetics. The scene’s vitality—foals nuzzling mares, steeds galloping through streams—radiates harmony between nature and imperial power, embodying Emperor Qianlong’s reign. As a pinnacle of Sino-European artistic exchange, it remains treasured in Taipei’s National Palace Museum, celebrated for its technical brilliance and cross-cultural significance.
For interior spaces, Hundred Horses makes a striking focal point in minimalist or traditional settings. Its expansive width suits spacious offices or living room feature walls, where the horizontal scroll format balances high ceilings. Opt for a custom reproduction on muted silk-textured canvas to echo its imperial origins, or select a framed segment highlighting energetic horse clusters for smaller areas. Pair with neutral-toned furniture (beige, dove gray) to let the ink-wash greens and chestnut hues pop, while wooden accents complement the pastoral warmth. In corporate spaces, it symbolizes teamwork and dynamism; at home, it injects tranquil grandeur. Avoid cluttering nearby decor—let its narrative sweep dominate, perhaps flanked by low Asian-inspired ceramics or soft ambient lighting to enhance its timeless elegance.
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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.
