Standing Horse
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Xu Beihong's Standing Horse 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 Standing Horse exemplifies the artist's masterful synthesis of Chinese ink traditions and Western anatomical precision. Painted in the 1940s during China's turbulent wartime period, this iconic work captures a solitary steed poised with quiet dignity, its muscular form rendered in bold, calligraphic strokes that seem to pulse with latent energy. The horse's alert posture—head raised, ears pricked—radiates resilience, embodying Xu's frequent use of equine subjects as symbols of national fortitude. Executed in ink wash with subtle gradations of black, the painting balances spontaneous brushwork with meticulous observation, reflecting Xu's Parisian academic training blended with xieyi (freehand) ink aesthetics. As a foundational figure in modern Chinese art, Xu Beihong elevated ink painting into a vehicle for humanistic expression; Standing Horse remains seminal both for its technical brilliance and its encapsulation of 20th-century China's cultural duality.
For spaces seeking refined cultural gravitas, Standing Horse commands attention best in areas with clean lines and muted tones. A large-scale reproduction (90x60cm or larger) anchors a study or executive office, its monochrome palette harmonizing with leather furnishings and dark wood accents. In minimalist interiors, position it against neutral walls to amplify its dynamic brushstrokes, or create tension by pairing it with industrial metals and textured linens. For traditional settings, flank it with Scholar's Rocks or celadon ceramics to echo classical motifs. The painting’s vertical energy suits narrow walls—consider stairwells or hallway niches—while directional lighting enhances ink-wash depth. Avoid competing patterns; let this modernist icon stand alone as a focal point of quiet intensity.
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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.
