Drunken Ecstasy"/ "The Drunken Madness" 酒狂" (Jiǔkuáng) - Silk Scroll Painting
Artist:
Jing Wang
Location:
Brighton, UK
Description:
A calligraphic representation of the original tablature (musical notation) for the Guqin, an ancient Chinese zither.
Composer: Ruan Ji (210–263), poet and one of the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove. 竹林七賢之一
The Music's Spirit: The piece uses sudden tempo changes and bold rhythms to portray the erratic movements and emotional release of a drunkard.
Deeper Meaning: For Ruan Ji, this was not about drunkenness alone, but a form of spiritual protest and a desire to break free from strict societal obligations through the transcendence of wine and music.
Materials:
- Chinese ink and natural pigments
- Silk scroll
Dimensions:
- Music or Tea room style (long, narrow scroll with vertical inscription) 音樂室/茶室掛畫
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132cm x 30.5cm (52" x 12"), Ready to hang; no frame needed
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Features:
- Signed, dated, and stamped with stone seals carved by the artist.
Studio:
Created in my home studio, Plum Blossom Ink Art (墨梅書齋), Brighton, UK.
Original Artwork:
This is an original, one-of-a-kind piece, not a print or reproduction.
Packaging:
The artwork will be carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.
Included with the painting:
- A calligraphy authenticity certificate
✨A perfect gift to someone loves nature! ❤️
Delivery: free in the UK. Please allow 5-7 days. Please email plumblossomink@gmail.com to ask about shipping costs for international delivery.
Gift options: if you are sending the artwork to someone else as a gift, please email me at plumblossomink@gmail.com to let me know. I will wrap it beautifully before dispatch.