Handicraft-Art

A Masterpiece Reimagined “Han Yuan Tu” is a remarkable ink – and – color painting on silk created by Li Rongjin, a Yuan Dynasty artist. Presently, it’s housed in the National Palace Museum in Taipei. Li Rongjin, whose courtesy name was Gongyan, was active around the early Zhizheng era (1341 – 1368). He was proficient…

The Timeless Allure of “Five Oxen Picture”​ “Five Oxen Picture” has long been lauded as “a remarkable piece of art, with the five oxen exuding an air of grandeur.” Created by Han Huang (韩滉)(723 – 787 AD), a native of Chang’an (present – day Xi’an, Shaanxi Province) during the Tang Dynasty, Han was a master…

A Timeless Masterpiece Comes to Life in Threads​ The “Mountain Residence” by Qian Xuan, a renowned artist of the Yuan Dynasty, is a painting that has long captivated art enthusiasts around the world. Housed in the prestigious Palace Museum in Beijing, this artwork depicts a serene and idyllic scene of a hermit’s life.​ In the…

A Masterpiece of East-Meets-West Artistry Cross-stitch enthusiasts, get ready to embark on a truly unique project! Giuseppe Castiglione’s “Cranes Under Blossoming Trees” is a stunning fusion of Western realism and Chinese traditional painting. Created by the Italian missionary-turned-court painter during the Qing Dynasty, this artwork is a perfect blend of cultural influences, making it an…

In the rich tapestry of Chinese art history, Qian Weicheng’s (钱维城)”Wan You Tong Chun Tu” stands as a remarkable masterpiece. Qian Weicheng(钱维城), originally named Xinlai, styled Zongpan, and known by the sobriquet Chashan, hailed from Wujin, Jiangsu. He was the top – scorer in the imperial examination in the 10th year of the Qianlong reign…

A Glimpse into the Original Artwork​ The “Richness and Happiness” painting was created by Huang Jiming(黄际明), a court painter in the late Qing Dynasty. Although his birth and death years remain unknown, he was the foreman of the Ruyi Studio in the Forbidden City. Huang (黄际明)was highly skilled in various painting techniques, including figures, flowers,…

A Glimpse into the Original Artwork​ The “Lotus Boat Late Berth” is a masterpiece from the Qing Dynasty. This particular piece is the third folio of the “Album of Paintings of Ladies”. It depicts a midsummer scene where willow trees provide ample shade. There is an open pavilion by the water, and a lotus –…

A Glimpse into the Imperial Heritage​ The “Xianhu Shujing” scroll, a creation of Emperor Qianlong during the Qing Dynasty, has a storied past as an old – time treasure in the Qing Palace. Measuring 82 cm in length and 36 cm in width, this original kesi painting was a work of art fit for an…

In the rich tapestry of Chinese art history, there are masterpieces that have withstood the test of time, captivating audiences with their beauty and storytelling. One such gem is “Spring Boudoir Tired Reading Picture” by Leng Mei(冷枚), a renowned court painter of the Qing Dynasty. Now, this classic has been transformed into a stunning cross…

In the rich tapestry of Chinese art history, Yu Xi(余樨), a court painter in the Qing Dynasty, left an indelible mark with his exquisite flower and bird paintings. Now, you have the unique opportunity to bring this traditional Eastern aesthetic to life through cross – stitch.​ The Allure of Yu Xi’s(余樨) Artwork​ Exquisite Detail and…

In the vast realm of art, “Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains” by the Yuan – Dynasty painter Huang Gongwang, created in 1350, stands as one of the “Top Ten Masterpieces of Chinese Painting” and is a symbol of profound artistic achievement. This masterpiece, set against the backdrop of the Fuchun River in Zhejiang, captures the…

A Glimpse into Qing – Dynasty Aesthetics In the annals of Chinese art, Yun Shouping, who lived from 1633 to 1690, was a paragon of artistic versatility among the “Six Great Masters of the Early Qing Dynasty.” Distinguished by his proficiency in both landscape and flower – and – bird paintings, Yun Shouping’s (flower –…

In the world of art, there is a unique and captivating creation – Chinese Classical Cross – Stitch with Gourd, Flower and Bird Paintings. This art form masterfully combines the elegance of traditional Chinese ink – wash paintings with the charm of cross – stitch.Traditional Chinese ink – wash paintings are renowned for their simplicity,…

Introduction: Unveiling a Timeless Artistic Heritage In the realm of art, the works of Dong Gao from the Qing Dynasty have long been revered for their exquisite craftsmanship and aesthetic allure. Today, we are delighted to introduce a unique cross-stitch creation inspired by two of his most captivating flower paintings – the Rose and the…

The “All Nations Coming to Court” painting is a remarkable piece of art created by an anonymous court painter during the Qing Dynasty. This silk-based color painting, now preserved in the Forbidden City Museum in Beijing, holds a significant place in the history of art. A Glimpse into the Magnificent SceneThe painting vividly portrays the…