Xia Gui, Anonymous, Landscapes, Ink On Silk, Album Of Four Leaves
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Xia Gui's Xia Gui, Anonymous, Landscapes, Ink On Silk, Album Of Four Leaves 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
Xia Gui’s Anonymous, Landscapes, Ink on Silk, Album of Four Leaves exemplifies the lyrical beauty and poetic subtlety of Southern Song dynasty ink painting. Executed with masterful brushwork on delicate silk, the album leaves depict mist-shrouded mountains, winding rivers, and solitary travelers—hallmarks of Xia Gui’s atmospheric style. A leading figure of the Ma-Xia school, Xia Gui perfected the "axe-cut" texture strokes and asymmetrical compositions that evoke a sense of boundless space and quiet solitude. These works reflect the Daoist ideal of harmony between humanity and nature, while their restrained monochrome palette and ethereal moods became benchmarks in Chinese literati painting. Though unsigned (hence "Anonymous"), the album is attributed to Xia Gui based on stylistic coherence with his authenticated works, such as Pure and Remote View of Streams and Mountains. Today, it stands as a testament to the Song dynasty’s pinnacle of landscape art, where minimalism and emotional depth intertwine.
For a modern space, these album leaves would elevate a study or office with their timeless elegance. Frame each leaf individually in slim, matte black or natural wood frames to honor their classical roots, and display them as a quartet on a neutral wall to create a focal point. Their subdued ink tones pair beautifully with warm, organic materials like linen upholstery, reclaimed wood furniture, or stone accents. In a minimalist setting, the paintings’ negative space enhances serenity; in a richer interior, they provide sophisticated contrast against deep hues like indigo or olive green. Opt for soft, directional lighting to mimic the play of mist and shadow in the artwork. At a smaller scale (typical of albums), they suit intimate spaces—consider a reading nook or meditation room—where their quiet beauty invites contemplation.
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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.
