This is a set of four extra large original painting designed to be a centerpiece of any interior. Will look great in a variety of settings, from minimalist/contemporary to boho/eclectic, adding a touch of enigmatic Orient to your home. This was my most important project of 2021 and I am very proud of the result. Size: 52×24½ inches (132×62 cm) each. The Four Noble Gentlemen (四君子, Si Junzi) have been used in Chinese painting since medieval times because of their refined beauty, and were later adopted elsewhere in East Asia by artists in China, Japan, and Korea. As they represent the four different seasons (the plum blossom for winter, the orchid for spring, the bamboo for summer, and the chrysanthemum for autumn), the four are used to depict the unfolding of the seasons through the year. I used only Japanese sumi ink for this rendering of the Four Nobles, painting the artworks on the highest quality Xian paper. Each painting is stamped with a special stone seal "Four Nobles" I made specifically for this project. In addition, Plum is stamped with "Enlightenment", Wild Orchid with "Harmony", Bamboo with "Tao (The Way)" and Chrysanthemum with "Peace of Mind" seals. This is NOT a print or a reproduction, this is my original artwork. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Shipped UNFRAMED, in a protective packaging. FREE worldwide shipping with a tracking number. I am an artist born in Minsk, raised in Siberia, lived in Moscow, studied in China, traveled a lot, and now settled in Hungary. I am passionate about Oriental painting which gives me infinite inspiration every day. I am a member of International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society (North American Branch) and have received several awards at international exhibitions. More of my art: https://www.etsy.com/shop/annavladiart INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/annavladi_art/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/annavladiart/ PINTEREST: https://pinterest.com/annavladiart/ PERSONAL WEBSITE: http://annavladi.com/ Feel free to contact me with any questions and suggestions.
