Three Roosters
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Xu Beihong's Three Roosters 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 Three Roosters bursts with dynamic energy, capturing the fierce yet elegant spirit of these barnyard sovereigns mid-stride. Rendered in vigorous ink strokes—a hallmark of Xu's Western-academic realism blended with classical Chinese brushwork—the 1942 masterpiece showcases his revolutionary "ink-modernism" that redefined 20th-century Chinese painting. Against the stark untreated paper, the roosters' meticulously detailed combs and tail feathers contrast dramatically with splashed-ink shadows, creating palpable tension between movement and stillness. Originally painted during China's WWII resistance, these strutting birds became national symbols of resilience, embodying Xu's belief that "art should pulse with the era's heartbeat." Now housed in Beijing's National Art Museum collection, it remains a pivotal work demonstrating how traditional shuimohua techniques could convey contemporary vitality.
When displaying Three Roosters reproductions in interiors, opt for minimalist spaces with neutral backdrops to let Xu's bold ink contrasts shine. A vertical presentation above mid-century teak consoles or in refined home offices amplifies its dignified energy—try pairing with celadon vases or unfinished wood textures to echo the painting's organic minimalism. For modern spaces, float-frame it against slate-gray walls where the roosters' crimson combs will pop strikingly; maintain at least 150cm viewing distance for its life-sized 68×109cm composition. In dining areas, complement the artwork with matte black tableware and raw silk drapery, allowing the rhythmic brushstrokes to animate the space. Xu's restrained color palette (black-white-gray with ochre accents) harmonizes perfectly with Scandinavian or Japandi interiors, while its patriotic symbolism makes it particularly meaningful in executive suites or cultural institutions.
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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.
