Artwork Description

Title: Flowers
Artist: Mo Xiong
Date: n.d.
Medium: Ink and watercolor on paper
Dimensions: 54.3 x 27.2 in (138 x 69 cm)

Artwork Identification
In this elegant composition Title:d Flowers, Mo Xiong presents a kaleidoscopic vision of a flourishing garden layered with vivid blossoms and dense foliage. A solitary bird—rendered with delicate detail and a soft palette—perches among the dense undergrowth, drawing the eye toward the lower third of the vertical format. The artist skillfully contrasts vibrant reds, purples, and turquoises with areas of gentle opacity and calligraphic linework.

Artistic Style and Influences
Mo Xiong’s hallmark synthesis of East and West is on full display in this piece. Traditional Chinese brush painting techniques, particularly in the treatment of flora and avian subjects, are merged with the expressive splatter, texture, and chromatic experimentation more commonly associated with Western Abstract Expressionism. The rhythmic layering of brushstrokes and pigment lends the piece a harmonious yet dynamic quality.

Historical Context
Created in the post-reform era of Chinese art, this work exemplifies the hybrid sensibility that flourished as artists navigated renewed exposure to global art movements. Mo Xiong, as both an educator and practitioner, was at the forefront of this cultural dialogue, using his platform to blend Chinese iconography with contemporary visual language.

Provenance
Provenance documentation can be provided upon contact.

Condition and Conservation
The artwork is in very good condition, with no evidence of fading, water damage, or surface loss. The paper is structurally sound and well-preserved, with minor handling creases consistent with the artist’s materials and method.

Artistic Significance
Mo Xiong’s works are prized for their emotive vitality and technical agility. As a member of the China Artists Association and a distinguished instructor at Nanjing University of the Arts, his influence extends deeply into both academic and market spheres. Flowers is a testament to his ability to weave together dense botanical imagery with an atmospheric, contemporary spirit, offering collectors an arresting example of the artist’s vision and skill.