Work size: 100cm × 50cm
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About the Author:Yang Xiaochun, a Chinese painter, was born in 1960 in Xi'an. He graduated from the Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts with a bachelor's degree and later pursued advanced studies at the Central Academy of Fine Arts.He specializes in freehand figure painting and flower-and-bird painting, known for his expressive and dynamic brushwork. His works have been exhibited in major art events such as the National Art Exhibition and the Shaanxi Flower-and-Bird Painting Exhibition, earning multiple awards. Additionally, his paintings have been featured in various art magazines and publications, receiving widespread acclaim from the art community and society at large.
Description & Review:
Title: Life Is But a Play (Peking Opera Figure)
Artist: Yang Xiaochun (1960) – Hand-Painted Chinese Ink Painting
In this expressive and modern reinterpretation of traditional themes, Yang Xiaochun presents a bold portrait of a Peking Opera character in the xieyi (写意, “freehand”) style. Sweeping brushstrokes and gestural ink lines are combined with colorful flourishes—blues, reds, and purples—to evoke the commanding presence and dramatic flair of classical Chinese theater.
The character, likely a jing (净) role known for strength and moral courage, is defined by his exaggerated facial features, long cascading beard, and richly adorned headdress. The phrase "戏如人生" (“Life is but a play”) is inscribed vertically on the right, anchoring the work in philosophical reflection.
𝗦𝗬𝗠𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 & 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘:
Peking Opera is one of China’s most iconic performing arts, celebrated for its elaborate costumes, stylized movements, and deeply symbolic roles. By integrating this art form with ink painting, Yang pays tribute to cultural heritage while also exploring deeper existential themes.
The inscription reminds viewers that, like performers on a stage, we all play roles in the unfolding drama of life—changing masks, adapting, evolving.
𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥:
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Collectors of contemporary Chinese ink art with cultural depth
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Enthusiasts of traditional opera and theatrical motifs
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Statement pieces for art spaces, libraries, or studios
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A meaningful gift for performers, scholars, or lovers of Eastern philosophy
🌿 This is more than a theatrical portrait—it’s a philosophical gesture in brush and color, where performance and existence entwine in a singular stroke.
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?Customs and Duties?
For buyers in the United States:
? Import duties and taxes are included in the item price or shipping cost.
? Orders are shipped under the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) method.
? All import-related charges are prepaid.
? You will not need to pay any additional fees upon delivery.
For buyers outside the United States:
? Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOT included in the item price or shipping cost.
? These charges are the buyer?s responsibility.
? Please check with your country?s customs office to determine any additional costs before purchasing.