The oriental style of this oil painting is highly traditional. Plum Blossoms has been depicted within traditional East Asian painting for centuries. In mainland China these yearly blooms are a beloved flower of notable cultural significance. In English the tree has many names which include Chinese Plum and Japanese Apricot. The name for this tree within the Chinese traditional arts however is Mei: Its blossoms known as Meihua. Mei Blossoms have been a recurrent subject matter within the arts of China for eons.

Regarded as one of the ‘Flowers of The Four Seasons’ (orchid (spring) - lotus (summer) - chrysanthemum (autumn) - and Mei blossom (winter) - Meihua are symbolically regarded as a herald of the coming spring. Blossoming in January and February it is usual for these colorful blossoms to provide a vibrant contrast against the winter’s snow. Therefore, it seems most apt that the artist chose to place these Mei Blossoms upon a pure white background – Highly traditional in every aspect. Even so, this oil painting has a modern side.

Also known as one of the ‘Four Gentlemen of Flowers’ traditionally Mei Blossom represents determination and a buoyancy of spirit when faced with adversity. Hence, since the beginning of the twentieth century they have become symbolic of the people of China’s revolutionary struggle.

Mei Blossom is a symbolic, culturally significant and eye-catching work of art. For those who enjoy the visual simplicity of oriental art works as well as the traditions of this ancient nations culture, Mei Blossom is an absolute must for the collection.