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Lotus Pond with Ink Butterflies

Name: Lotus Pond with Ink Butterflies
Brand: Qi Baishi
SKU: qi-baishi-lotus-pond-with-ink-butterflies
Price: 2990 USD
Availability: InStock

by Qi Baishi · changsha,hunan

$2,990

In stock

MaterialInk on xuan paper, mounted on silkscroll

Dimensions100 x 50 cm

Year1950

EditionUnique work

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The Story

Qi Baishi painted Lotus Pond in Spring as a celebration of nature’s quiet beauty. Inspired by the lotus ponds of his childhood in Hunan, he often revisited this theme throughout his life. He once said, “Painting is not just about capturing the form, but the spirit of life itself.” In this piece, the lotus leaves are rendered with broad, warm strokes of reddish ink, while the lotus flower blooms in vivid red. The black butterfly, painted with fine, lifelike details, adds a lively focal point to the calm scene. The lotus pods and reeds are sketched with quick, confident lines, creating a sense of movement and harmony. For Qi, this painting was more than just a depiction of a pond. It was a reflection of his love for the simple, everyday beauty of nature. Even in his later years, he continued to paint lotus scenes, finding endless inspiration in their tranquility and grace. This work remains a beloved example of his ability to turn ordinary nature into timeless art.

Craft & Process

The work uses freehand brushwork for the lotus and meticulous detail for the butterfly. The concept centers on capturing the quiet vitality of a summer pond, blending traditional symbolism of purity with Qi’s unique expressive style.

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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