Artwork Description

Title: Flowers
Artist: Mo Xiong
Date: n.d.
Medium: Ink and watercolor on paper mounted on cardboard
Dimensions: 26.4 x 7.1 in (67 x 18 cm)

Artwork Identification
This vibrant ink and watercolor painting by Mo Xiong presents a rich bouquet of white, orange, and yellow blossoms radiating from a porcelain vase with blue speckle decoration. Set against a cool green background, the explosive composition features energetic splatters and expressive brushwork that animate the scene with a sense of spontaneous life.

Artistic Style and Influences
Mo Xiong’s work is a poetic blend of East and West, as seen in the delicate calligraphic strokes and the structured centrality of the floral arrangement. The vase’s decoration hints at traditional Chinese blue-and-white porcelain, while the treatment of color and splatter aligns with Western modernist techniques, especially abstract expressionism.

Historical Context
In this composition, Mo Xiong updates the classical still life genre, replacing subdued naturalism with a dynamic visual rhythm. His use of vertical format echoes Chinese hanging scrolls, while the expressive handling of media offers a fresh take on the genre rooted in contemporary visual language.

Provenance
Provenance documentation can be provided upon contact.

Condition and Conservation
Artwork is in very good condition. There are no signs of deterioration, surface abrasions, or mounting issues. Colors appear vibrant and well-preserved.

Artistic Significance
A powerful representation of Mo Xiong’s ability to harmonize tradition with modernity, this piece highlights his mastery of watercolor and ink techniques. It stands as a testament to his broader philosophy of cultural synthesis and is an evocative example of his contemporary floral oeuvre.