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Red Chrysanthemum (紅菊) 2020
Dai Mu 戴牧$600
Ink and color on paper card 紙本設色
Framed
Dimensions
Image: undefined cm x undefined cm (13" x 13")
Overall: 40 cm x 40 cm (15 3/4" x 15 3/4")
Details
Image Dimensions
undefined cm x undefined cm (13" x 13")
Inscription
故鄉籬下菊， 今日幾花開。 庚子冬，戴牧
Seal
1 seal of the artist, 戴牧畫印
Description
This painting is titled "Red Chrysanthemum," created by Dai Mu in the winter of the Gengzi year. The composition is circular, focusing on several blooming red chrysanthems with the background lightly sketched in ink to outline the leaves and stems, while the blossoms themselves are prominently in pink, vivid and layered. The inscription on the left side of the image, "Chrysanthemums under the fence at home, how many flowers bloom today," reveals the painter's deep nostalgia for his hometown and appreciation for the natural beauty. This verse not only describes the beauty of the chrysanthemums but also reflects the author's longing for his hometown and his yearning for a simple life. Dai Mu's brushwork is delicate and strong, capable of precisely conveying the subtle differences and natural postures of the petals, while the use of ink on the leaves demonstrates great vitality and movement. The overall layout of the painting is simple yet vivid, highlighting the brilliance and nobility of the red chrysanthemums through contrast and the use of negative space. In Chinese culture, red chrysanthemums are often seen as symbols of resilience and purity, and such representation in the painting undoubtedly deepens this meaning. In short, this artwork is not just a vivid depiction of beautiful flowers; it also conveys the artist's cherished memories of beauty and his praise for the natural beauty and emotional ties to his hometown.
Condition
good