Monthly Archives: August 2013

Crane Subject in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 29, 2013 by CNArtGallery

Crane has been regarded as an auspicious bird in Chinese bird and flower paintings, next only to the legendary phoenix among all the birds with a divine poise. It was also a symbol of longevity and incorruptibility. In Chinese crane paintngs, the pine … Continue reading →

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Symbolic Meaning of Peach in Chinese Painting

Posted on August 27, 2013 by CNArtGallery

Almost all traditional Chinese paintings are filled with symbolic meaning. It’s never just a painting of a waterfall, or embroidery of a “pretty phoenix.” If you’ve ever looked around in Chinatown, or observed Chinese paintings, pottery, clothing–even toys and dishes, … Continue reading →

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The Ancient Figures in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 23, 2013 by CNArtGallery

In the eyes of Chinese people, wine and tea are the two most important things to express their emotion and voice their mind. Especially in ancient China, drinking wine usually can show people’s strong feelings to sorrow or happiness. As … Continue reading →

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Ancient Beauty in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 21, 2013 by CNArtGallery

At the first sight, you may be attracted by this Chinese painting because it really reveals another kind of beauty to us. As you can see from this painting, the beauties are all fat and plump and in modern age, … Continue reading →

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Flowers and Birds the Major Theme in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 19, 2013 by CNArtGallery

As a kind of traditional Chinese paintings, the flowers and birds painting is one of the most warmly-received themes for its vigorous scene and favorable symbolic meaning. In this painting, two birds are standing over the branches of the plum … Continue reading →

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Waterfall Scenery in Chinese Landscape Paintings

Posted on August 15, 2013 by CNArtGallery

As you know, Chinese mountains and waterfall paintings are always well-received for their auspicious meanings and best wishes for fortune and wealth. In traditional Chinese paintings, mountains, for their power and majestic manner, are frequently used to symbolize the solid … Continue reading →

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Appreciation: Countryside Scenery in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 13, 2013 by CNArtGallery

This one of the typical Chinese paintings in depicting the beauty and charm of the South region of the Yangtze River. The bridge, the village surrounded by water, and the boat will always remind us of some beautiful stories. Although … Continue reading →

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Lotus: Popular Subject in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 9, 2013 by CNArtGallery

Chinese paintings with lotus are elegantly painted and may include fish (prosperity) and auspicious birds. As one of the most painted flowers, mainly thanks to the Buddhist influence, the lotus is of unique importance in Chinese folklore and symbolism. It is … Continue reading →

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The National Beauty Peony in Chinese Paintings

Posted on August 7, 2013 by CNArtGallery

Flowers, a major subcategory in the bird-and-flower paintings, became the object of attention and depiction by painters throughout the ages. Artists not only directly portrayed the outer beauty of flowers, they also expressed the subtle spirit and demeanor of their … Continue reading →

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Chinese Orchid Paintings

Posted on August 5, 2013 by CNArtGallery

The beauty and grace of the orchids, which belong to the category of bird-and-flower painting in Chinese art, are fragile in form, with no violent tendencies. They are highly valued for their delicate fragrance and always associated with elefgance. The … Continue reading →

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