A Lake In Summer Rain
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Shang Rui's A Lake In Summer Rain 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
Shang Rui's A Lake in Summer Rain (1987) exemplifies the Chinese master's signature blend of lyrical realism and poetic atmosphere. This sun-dappled lakescape captures the ephemeral beauty of light fracturing through rain-misted trees, their reflections dissolving into delicate ink washes on the water's surface. Executed during China's post-Cultural Revival period, Shang's work synthesizes traditional xieyi ("spiritual resonance") brushwork with Western tonal gradations – a hallmark of the 20th-century East-West dialogue. The painting's meditative quality and technical mastery secured its inclusion in the 1989 National Art Exhibition, cementing Shang's legacy among reformers who redefined ink painting's contemporary relevance.
For interiors, this 68x136cm vertical composition commands attention in transitional spaces – consider a minimalist office reception or a zen-inspired living room alcove. Its dominant jade-green and silver-gray palette pairs elegantly with bleached oak furnishings or celadon-glazed ceramics. The painting's dynamic negative space balances best against solid-colored walls (try Farrow & Ball's Pale Powder for cool harmony or Skimming Stone for warm contrast). In corporate settings, float-frame mounting emphasizes its modernity, while a classic rosewood frame enhances residential sophistication. Optimal viewing requires lighting at 45-degree angles to accentuate the layered ink textures, with placement at 150-160cm from floor level to align brushstroke details with eye level.
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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.
