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Beyond the Maple Pavilion

Name: Beyond the Maple Pavilion
Brand: Qi Baishi
SKU: qi-baishi-beyond-the-maple-pavilion
Price: 1590 USD
Availability: InStock

by Qi Baishi · changsha,hunan

$1,590

In stock

MaterialInk on xuan paper, mounted on silkscroll

Dimensions40 x 35 cm

Year1902

EditionUnique work

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The Story

Qi Baishi painted Maple Leaves and Cicada as a tribute to the quiet beauty of autumn. Inspired by his childhood in the countryside, he often observed insects and plants closely, capturing their essence in his art. He once said, “To paint a cicada, you must see its wings move and hear its song.” In this piece, the maple leaves are painted with quick, bold red strokes, evoking the warmth of autumn. The cicada, however, is rendered with extreme detail—its transparent wings, tiny eyes, and segmented body are all clearly visible. This contrast between the freehand leaves and the meticulous insect perfectly shows Qi’s mastery of both styles. The title “Outside the Maple Forest Pavilion” comes from a poem about autumn scenery, adding a poetic touch to the work. For Qi, this painting was more than just nature; it was a celebration of life’s small, fleeting moments. Even in his later years, he continued to paint such scenes, finding endless inspiration in the natural world.

Craft & Process

The work combines freehand brushwork for maple leaves and meticulous detail for the cicada. The concept captures the quiet beauty of autumn, blending poetic inspiration with Qi’s unique style of balancing bold color and delicate precision.

About the Artist

Qi Baishi

changsha,hunan

Qi Baishi (1864–1957) was a great Chinese painter, calligrapher and seal carver. He was famous for vivid shrimps, flowers and birds, with a fresh and simple artistic style.

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