This hanging scroll is a lovely rendering of pheasant plum blossom. The scroll announces itself with a pheasant in gentle motion. As chinese bird painting scroll goes, a pheasant at rest gives this one real presence.
Rich color sets the tone here, confident without ever feeling busy. Two details: hazy rock, and plum blossom in bloom. The plum blossom is a symbol of perseverance through winter, a meaning every viewer would have known. A literary inscription in fine calligraphy balances the imagery. Traditional scroll mounting gives it an authentic, finished feel. It holds its own among far more expensive art. Few pieces blend into a home this effortlessly.
For collectors of chinese art wall decor, this pheasant plum blossom scroll is an easy addition. For a growing collection of chinese brush painting, the rock is a fine addition. It is an easy gift for the person who has everything. Few gifts say thoughtfulness like a well-chosen scroll.
