This hanging scroll is a lovely rendering of koi lotus. Right away, a koi at rest sets the tone for the whole scroll. For lovers of gongbi flower painting, a koi turning its head needs no introduction.
Do not overlook sprays of lotus. In China's symbolic language, the lotus is a symbol of purity rising from still water. A column of calligraphy adds a literary note to the composition. The format is the classic one: image above, mounting below and above. Colors stay soft and natural, never garish. It turns an empty wall into a destination.
For collectors of chinese art wall decor, this koi lotus scroll is an easy addition. It rounds out a grouping of traditional chinese wall art nicely, with lotus in bloom as a highlight. It brings a scholar's calm to a busy household. A kind gift for parents or grandparents with an eye for tradition.
