About the Original Artwork
“Secluded Dwelling by the Clear River” (Qingjiang Youju Tu) by Shen Zhou depicts a scholar living in seclusion among tall pines and plank bridges along a winding river. According to the artist’s inscription, it was painted as a gift for an old friend who had built a home by the river: “A thousand peaks float purple and green above the river; towering pines are mirrored in the clear stream.” The original, ink and light colour on paper, is recorded in the collection of the British Museum.
Meaning
A celebration of friendship and of a peaceful life close to mountains and water.
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
Shen Zhou (1427–1509) was the founder of the Wu School of painting in Suzhou and is regarded as the first of the “Four Masters of the Ming Dynasty”.
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: 210 × 72 cm (82.7″ × 28.3″) (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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