Cat
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Xu Beihong's Cat 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
Xu Beihong's Cat captures feline elegance with remarkable dynamism, its piercing eyes and poised stance radiating quiet intensity against an ink-washed background. Executed circa 1940s—a period when the artist synthesized Western realism with Chinese brushwork—the painting embodies Xu's revolutionary "guohua reform." Stark contrasts between the cat's meticulously rendered fur (using gongbi detailing) and the spontaneous splashes of ink showcase his mastery of both precision and expressive freedom. As China's pioneer of modern ink painting, Xu elevated animal subjects beyond mere symbolism; this feline becomes a psychological portrait, its alertness mirroring the turbulent wartime era. Now housed in Beijing's Xu Beihong Memorial Museum, the work remains seminal for bridging Eastern literati traditions and Western anatomical study.
For modernist interiors, frame Cat in a slim black lacquer border to complement its ink tones, scaling the artwork to command attention above a sideboard or console—ideal for spaces between 60-80cm wide. In home offices, pair it with minimalist walnut shelving and celadon ceramics to accentuate the painting's monochrome drama; the feline's gaze adds intellectual gravitas. Hospitality venues might enlarge the composition as a focal wall mural, harmonizing with terrazzo floors and brass accents. Vertical display suits its compositional tension, while directional lighting mimics the original scroll’s silk luminosity. Avoid overcrowding—let Xu’s "negative space" philosophy resonate spatially.
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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.
