Splendid Flowers - Spring kissed by flowers

When the first spring breeze brushes over the eaves of the palace walls, and the golden threads on the plain silk outline the contours of peonies, the most magnificent chapter in Chinese aesthetics quietly unfolds. In the "Splendid Flowers - Spring Kissed by Flowers" series of decorative paintings, peonies are no longer just flowers blooming on branches, but embody cultural totems with a thousand years of elegance. The blending of each petal and the outline of each stamen are like love letters written by time to the world, telling the unique romance and solemnity of the East through the interweaving of ink and color.

Unfolding the decorative painting, the graceful posture of peonies greets us, as if condensing the entire prosperity of the Tang Dynasty onto this canvas. The painter uses Danqing as ink and silk thread as rhyme, vividly portraying the luxurious beauty of peonies. The color blend of cinnabar and rouge is layered on top of the rice paper, gradually transitioning from light pink at the edge of the petals to crimson in the center, just like the brilliant sunset in the sky or the rouge on a beautiful woman's cheek, bright and elegant.

In order to showcase the three-dimensional sense of peony petals, the artist drew inspiration from traditional meticulous painting techniques, using extremely fine brushstrokes to outline the texture of the petals. Each pattern is clearly visible, as if one could touch the softness and delicacy of the petals. In some paintings, the technique of sprinkling gold is also used, with dots of gold powder falling on the petals, shimmering under the illumination of light, adding a touch of nobility to the entire peony, as if draped in a splendid dress adorned with stars.

Peonies of different forms bloom in the painting, some fully bloomed, with layered petals resembling a gorgeous skirt, stretching their beauty to the fullest; Some buds are about to bloom, and the round flower buds seem to contain infinite vitality, as if they will bloom with brilliant colors in the next second. The peonies and branches in the painting complement each other, and the ink colored branches are vigorous and powerful, highlighting the delicate beauty of the flowers; The tender green leaves are full of vitality, adding a touch of freshness to the picture. The whole painting is harmonious in both movement and stillness, presenting the peony exhibition with distinct layers.

Peony, in Chinese culture, has long surpassed flowers themselves and become a symbol of wealth, auspiciousness, and prosperity. Since the Tang Dynasty, peonies have been highly sought after by the world. "Only peonies are truly national, and the capital will be moved when they are in bloom." This poem by Liu Yuxi reflects the unique charm of peonies and their position in the hearts of countrymen people. In ancient times, peonies were often planted in palaces and gardens as a symbol of royal and aristocratic status and status.