Artwork Description

Title: Rose
Artist: Feng Guanhui
Date: Undated
Medium: Chinese painting
Dimensions: 22.8 x 11.4 in (58 x 29 cm)

Artwork Identification
Rose by Feng Guanhui is an elegant Chinese painting measuring 58 by 29 centimeters (22.8 by 11.4 inches). The artwork delicately portrays a rose rendered with meticulous brushwork and subtle ink washes. The composition captures the flower’s natural beauty and delicate form, highlighting the petals’ layered textures and soft tonal variations.

Artistic Style and Influences
Feng Guanhui’s painting style reflects the fusion of traditional Chinese flower-and-bird painting techniques with a refined, contemporary sensibility. The delicate brushstrokes and emphasis on botanical detail draw from the classical hua niao (flower and bird) tradition, while the restrained color palette underscores a meditative calmness.

Historical Context
Floral subjects such as roses have been cherished in Chinese art for their symbolic associations with beauty, love, and transience. While the rose is not a traditional motif in classical Chinese painting, contemporary artists like Feng integrate it seamlessly into the rich heritage of botanical imagery, creating works that resonate with both historical and modern aesthetics.

Provenance and Authenticity
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Condition and Conservation
The painting is in excellent condition with vibrant ink and pigments. No visible restoration or damage is apparent. Standard preventive conservation is recommended.

Artistic Significance
Rose exemplifies Feng Guanhui’s ability to harmonize traditional painting methods with fresh subject matter, offering a graceful and contemplative interpretation of floral beauty. It represents a meaningful addition for collectors interested in contemporary Chinese painting that honors both tradition and innovation.