Equestrian & Animals
Cat and Butterfly
Min Zhen
A charming and minimalist 18th-century ink study of a fluffy feline watching a butterfly.
Elephant, Horse, and Hare
Min Zhen
1788 · Medium Not Listed
A serene 18th-century ink wash study of an elephant, horse, and hare crossing water.
$243
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Where it works
A measured, restful work with warm, lived-in color — holds a wall without competing for attention.
- Often works in
- Bedroom · Living Room · Office
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Best on mid-tone or darker walls
- Color notes
- Soft white, Soft gray
About the piece
This 1788 ink painting by Chinese artist Min Zhen captures an elephant, a horse, and a small hare in a moment of quiet transit. The masterful use of varied ink tones—from the deep, saturated wash of the elephant's body to the delicate outlines of the swimming hare—creates a balanced composition that highlights the artist's expressive brushwork and whimsical subject matter. Its minimalist aesthetic and neutral tones make it an ideal piece for contemporary interiors.
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