The large calligraphy on each of these paintings is written in the ancient Chinese style. From right to left, the large calligraphy of the first painting is Mei (plum blossoms). The small words on the top means plum blossoms has the strength of spirit. The plum blossom, the other name "five blessing flower", is the Chinese tradition precious flower, also with pine tree and bamboo gathers is called the three cold-resistant friends of winter. Plum blossoms symbolizes happiness, the longevity joyfully, being smooth and peace. The large word of the second painting is Lan (orchid). The small words on the top means the orchid's elegant strong and pervasive fragrance. The ancient time called the good article for orchid article, called the sentiment profound good friend for the orchid friend. Therefore, the orchid has become the world happy thing symbol. The big word of the third painting is Zhu (bamboo). The small words on the top means dignity and t tolerance. Thousands year the high character and integrity moral character image, has been a teacher by worthy example. The big word of the last painting is Ju (chrysanthemum). The small words on the top means the chrysanthemum is a recluse that does not struggle the beautiful and fragrant flowers. The chrysanthemum, the other names are prolonging the life, the long-lived guest and so on. The chrysanthemum is the Chinese traditional precious flower and has more than 3,000 years cultivation the history. Chrysanthemum is simple and elegant noble and pure, the color is gorgeous. It regards as the high character and integrity, the clear elegant body symbol since ancient time. The four noble plants Chinese painting scroll set measures approximately 9x40 inches. Please Note: Each set is hand painted to order, ships in one week or less.
Four noble plants are happy, propitious, bright and holy symbols in Chinese culture. Chinese poets bestow them with many varied and extremely profound implications.
This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 13 May, 2007.
