Kitten With Butterfly
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Xu Beihong's Kitten With Butterfly 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 Kitten With Butterfly mesmerizes with its delicate balance of Eastern ink-wash traditions and Western realism. Painted during the 1930s-40s when Xu pioneered China’s modern art reform, this work epitomizes his signature blend of meticulous animal portraiture and lyrical spontaneity. The kitten’s crouching posture, rendered with dynamic brushstrokes, seems to vibrate with playful tension as its round eyes fixate on the fluttering butterfly—a poetic metaphor for fleeting beauty in classical Chinese art. Xu’s mastery lies in transforming a simple genre scene into profound artistry: the butterfly’s semi-transparent wings, painted with graded ink washes, contrast exquisitely with the kitten’s textured fur achieved through "boneless" (mogu) technique. As a pivotal figure bridging traditional guohua and modern aesthetics, this work reflects Xu’s academic rigor from his Paris studies while honoring ink’s expressive potential, solidifying its status as a gem among 20th-century Sino-Western fusion artworks.
For interior styling, this painting’s 68×35cm vertical composition makes it ideal for narrow spaces like hallways or study nooks. Frame it in a slim rosewood mount to echo Xu’s era, or opt for a minimalist white float frame for contemporary offices. The artwork’s warm sepia tones harmonize wonderfully with mid-century modern furniture or Japandi-inspired interiors—pair with pale oak shelves and ceramic vases to emphasize its organic textures. In workspaces, hang it at eye-level near seating areas to create a calming focal point; the playful subject matter softens formal environments without compromising sophistication. Smaller reproductions (A3 size) work beautifully on floating shelves alongside monochrome photography, while larger formats command attention as statement pieces above low consoles. For color accents, introduce celadon greens or blush pinks through cushions or rugs to mirror the butterfly’s delicate hues, ensuring Xu’s masterpiece remains the visual protagonist.
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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.
