Short Description

A quiet wish for good news. Red plum blossoms in bloom, with magpies perched in light balance - an enduring motif often known as “Joy on the Branches” (喜上眉梢). Hand-painted on xuan paper, signed by the artist (see photos).

Details

Rendered with brush-led ink and restrained color, this square-format Guohua work holds crisp structure and generous space - bright plum tones softened by the calm of ink. Delivered unframed for flexible framing choices. Please refer to the photos for the exact work and its markings.

Sold unframed; framing is easiest with a mat/mount (see Artwork Details).

Artwork Details

• Title / Motif: Red Plum & Magpies — “Joy on the Branches” (喜上眉梢)
• Category: Guohua (traditional Chinese painting), bird-and-flower
• Medium: Ink & color on xuan paper
• Size: 50 × 50 cm (approx.)
• Format: Doufang (square format)
• Presentation: Unframed / unmounted (artwork only)
• Markings: Artist signature present (see photos)
• Artist: Zeng Ming (曾明, b. 1976, Guilin)
• About the Artist: Formally trained in Chinese painting; works shown in exhibitions and publications since the early 2000s.
• Provenance: Sourced directly from the artist
• Originality: One-of-a-kind, hand-painted original (not a print)
• Framing: Suggested frame 60×60 cm / 24×24 in (with mat). Mat opening: 50×50 cm.

Care

Avoid direct sunlight, humidity, and contact with water or chemicals. Handle with clean, dry hands; store flat or rolled with protective layers. Frame under glass for long-term preservation.

Notes

Hand-painted works on natural paper may show subtle variation in brushwork and tone. Photos show the exact artwork you will receive.