A fine silk scroll portraying calligraphy lotus in the classical Chinese manner. The eye settles first on a koi at rest. This is chinese flower and bird painting at its most charming, thanks to a koi turning its head.
The painter adds a nine fish in gentle motion and sprays of lotus for good measure. The lotus is a symbol of purity rising from still water, a meaning every viewer would have known. The painted scene is paired with graceful brush calligraphy. The scroll's proportions suit the subject, tall and unhurried. Colors stay soft and natural, never garish. A thoughtful counterpoint to busier furnishings.
For collectors of chinese art wall decor, this calligraphy lotus scroll is an easy addition. It rounds out a grouping of traditional chinese wall art nicely, with a nine fish turning its head as a highlight. Hang it where you unwind, and let it do its quiet work. In a restaurant or teahouse it would feel right at home.
