Artwork Description

Title: Flowers
Artist: Mo Xiong
Date: n.d.
Medium: Ink and watercolor on paper
Dimensions: 15.4 x 25.6 in (39 x 65 cm)

Artwork Identification
This expressive still life Title:d Flowers bursts with a kaleidoscope of floral forms, rendered in deep purples, violets, whites, and midnight blues. Mo Xiong’s signature blend of ink and watercolor techniques creates a rich, textural surface where blossoms appear to bloom freely against a vibrant abstract background of pink and green. The dynamic splashes of pigment evoke movement and spontaneity.

Artistic Style and Influences
The piece embodies Mo Xiong's hallmark synthesis of Chinese ink painting with Western abstract expressionism. The dense floral composition recalls traditional flower-and-bird painting, yet the loose, spontaneous brushwork and vivid modern palette imbue the work with contemporary vitality. The soft color gradients and layering techniques suggest an influence from watercolor Impressionism, merged with calligraphic brush control.

Historical Context
Floral imagery has long held symbolic significance in Chinese visual culture—representing virtues, seasons, and philosophical ideals. Mo Xiong recontextualizes this classical motif, embracing freedom of form and bold coloration to create a bridge between heritage and modernity. This reinvention reflects the broader 21st-century dialogue between tradition and innovation in Chinese fine art.

Provenance
Provenance documentation can be provided upon contact.

Condition and Conservation
The artwork is in very good condition. The paper is clean and well-preserved, with no visible damage, fading, or repairs. Pigmentation remains vibrant and intact across the composition.

Artistic Significance
This work highlights Mo Xiong’s distinctive voice in the evolution of Chinese contemporary painting. With Flowers, he elevates a traditional subject to new expressive heights, offering collectors a captivating piece that celebrates both painterly elegance and cultural synthesis.