The painting is one part of the three-piece artwork "Xanadu". Originally inspired by a Classical Chinese poem “The Peach Blossom Spring” and the idea of an idyllic, peaceful place. It was created during the pandemic, when many struggled with feelings of isolation, and were in need of a place of solace and escape from daily troubles; a place like "Xanadu". You can read the full story of the painting here.
This part focuses on butterflies dancing around the peonies, attracted by their bright, vivid colours and rich fragrance. It's perfect as a standalone piece, but we encourage you to purchase the whole set of three paintings - the effect is stunning when they are displayed together, as you can see in the last photo.
"Xanadu" was made in traditional Chinese gongbi technique, using ink and pigments on rice paper. T he process required plenty of care, focus, and attention to detail, and to obtain the desired depth of colour, there were over ten layers of ink used to paint the peonies and the background.
You can see the other parts here: Xanadu - Peony and Xanadu - Swallows.
Size: 68 cm x 138 cm / 27" x 54"
