Chrysanthemum and Rock by Chen Hongshou. A delicate Chinese ink and color painting on silk featuring white chrysanthemum blossoms growing from behind a large, weathered scholar's rock.

Chrysanthemum and Rock

Chen Hongshou

1625 · Medium Not Listed

A graceful 17th-century Chinese botanical study featuring elegant chrysanthemums and an expressive rock formation.

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Where it works

A balanced piece with a quiet mood in a warmer tonal register — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Bedroom · Living Room · Entryway
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Reads naturally in balanced wall arrangements
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Benefits from a wall with more tonal contrast
Color notes
Warm beige, Soft sage, Olive green

About the piece

Created by the Ming dynasty master Chen Hongshou in 1625, this painting captures the timeless beauty of chrysanthemums paired with a weathered rock. The delicate line work and muted, sophisticated palette reflect the refined aesthetic of Chinese literati painting, making it an elegant addition to contemporary and traditional spaces alike.