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About Reproduction
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Original Description
Shitao Daoji's Yuan Ji Shan Shui Ce (Album of Scattered Landscapes) is a mesmerizing series of ink-on-paper paintings that embodies the spiritual essence of Chinese literati painting. Created during the early Qing Dynasty, these works reflect Shitao's innovative approach to traditional landscape art, blending expressive brushwork with poetic ambiguity. Unlike the rigid conventions of his time, Shitao’s compositions pulse with vitality—misty mountains dissolve into washes of ink, while deft strokes suggest trees, huts, and wandering scholars in a dreamlike realm. His concept of "one stroke" (yihua) transforms each scene into a meditation on nature’s impermanence. As a monk-painter and theorist, Shitao bridged the Ming tradition and individualism of later centuries, making this album a cornerstone of xieyi (expressive) ink painting. The subtle gradations of monochrome and dynamic voids reveal why he’s revered alongside the "Four Monks" as a master who redefined Chinese art’s emotional depth.
For interior styling, Yuan Ji Shan Shui Ce’s ethereal aesthetic suits minimalist or fusion spaces. In a study or office, select a single leaf framed in unadorned black walnut to echo the ink-wash tones; its contemplative mood pairs well with raw silk upholstery or a muted tatami mat. Larger rooms could showcase multiple leaves as a staggered grouping against a neutral wall, harmonizing with woven textures and celadon ceramics. The paintings’ intimate scale (typically album-sized, around 30x20cm) makes them ideal for niches or above a console table, balanced by a slender bronze vase or scholar’s rock. Avoid competing patterns—let Shitao’s lyrical strokes dominate, with lighting that mimics the soft diffusion of rice paper. In corporate settings, these works impart sophistication; pair with mid-century teak furniture for an East-meets-West dialogue.
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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.
