Camellia with Long-tailed bird Apron

This apron has a design inspired by the work of Artist Lang’s ‘Immortal Blossoms of an Eternal Spring’ series of ink paintings. The particular piece has purple and white cloves and features of Java Sparrows resting on purple & white cloves. The painting was done with Chinese style but incorporate Western techniques of shading and atmospheric perspective. It makes a rare art gift which fusing Chinese and Western culture and exquisite addition to the kitchen.

Classical Artist Zhi Yu, was born in Chang shu, Jiangsu province in the 18th century. He was a Court Painter and also worked for the Qianlong Emperor as a government servant. His drawing is in an academic style and is inspired by nature including flowers and birds, fishes and insects, which are painted vividly with fine lines and graceful movements. This apron has a design inspired by the work of Artist Yu featuring a butterfly resting on a bright flower. It makes an elegant gift base on the classical Chinese master piece. New & exclusive to JE gallery, bring you the best of oriental art & culture.