About the Original Artwork
“Auspicious Cranes” (Ruihe Tu) is a famous handscroll attributed to Emperor Huizong of the Song dynasty, dated 1112. It records an omen seen at the palace in Kaifeng during the Lantern Festival: a flock of red-crowned cranes circling above the palace gate against a turquoise sky, with two more perched on the roof ridge. Beside the image, the emperor’s poem and account are written in his elegant “Slender Gold” calligraphy. The original, ink and colour on silk, is in the collection of the Liaoning Provincial Museum.
Meaning
Cranes flying over the palace were read as a sign of peace and prosperity for the realm; today it is a classic symbol of good fortune and longevity.
About This Reproduction
This is a high-quality giclée (fine-art print) reproduction on xuan paper, not an original antique or hand-painted artwork. Our scroll is enlarged from the original and is not actual size. Each piece is made to order and inspected before shipping.
About the Artist
Emperor Huizong (Zhao Ji, 1082–1135), eighth emperor of the Northern Song, was a passionate painter, calligrapher and art collector, and created the “Slender Gold” style of calligraphy. (Many works associated with his court are attributed to him; this is a reproduction, not an original work.)
Mounting & Craftsmanship
Each scroll is hand-mounted in our own mounting workshop, with over 15 years of experience. We use traditional silk brocade borders and wooden scroll rollers, so the scroll hangs flat and stays durable over time.
Size
Full scroll: 72 × 212 cm (28.3″ × 83.5″) (H × W) (±3 cm, hand-mounted)
Shipping & Processing
Processing time: 3 business days (each scroll is made to order)
Shipping: Free worldwide shipping
Estimated delivery: 7–12 business days depending on destination
Returns
30-day returns. See our Refund & Returns Policy.
Care Instructions
Avoid direct sunlight and humid environments
Roll the scroll gently when storing
Keep away from sharp objects to protect the silk border
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