A Branch of Chinese Flowering Crabapple Blossoms (一枝海棠)

This work, titled "A Branch of Chinese Flowering Crabapple Blossoms," depicts a blooming branch of crabapple flowers, brimming with vitality and energy. The branches of the crabapple stretch gracefully, with the flowers in full bloom. The pink petals are vibrant and delicate, creating a striking display. In the painting, the green leaves of the branch contrast with the flowers, harmoniously blending colors to present the beautiful scenery of spring. On the right side of the painting, there is an inscription, which reads: Awake to the bright moon, Drunk on the spring breeze. I love this endless expanse of the human world. At the end of the Year of the Rabbit, Dai Mu. These lines of poetry express the artist's love for the beauty of nature and reflections on life. The lines "Awake to the bright moon, drunk on the spring breeze" depict the beautiful imagery of appreciating the moon when awake and feeling the spring breeze when intoxicated, filled with poetic charm and a love for life. "I love this endless expanse of the human world" expresses deep affection for the boundless beauty of the world, showcasing the artist's broad-mindedness and admiration for all things in the world. This piece was created by Dai Mu at the end of the Year of the Rabbit (i.e., 2023). The painting and the poem complement each other perfectly, filled with poetic and artistic qualities, allowing viewers to feel the vitality of spring and the beauty of the human world. This painting not only demonstrates the artist's painting skills but also conveys deep emotions and philosophical insights through the poem, leaving a lasting impression.