Adam Shen Xudong / 沈旭东 （ b.1965)
Peach Blossom Dock
桃花坞
Chinese Ink on Rice Paper/宣纸水墨画
138 x 69 cm
The Peach Blossom Dock is inspired by the famous poem Peach Blossom Dock (桃花坞) by the renowned Ming dynasty poet and painter Tang Bohu (唐伯虎). This artwork reflects the tranquil beauty and idyllic nature described in the poem, where the peach blossoms in full bloom along a serene riverbank create a picturesque and enchanting scene.
The artist skillfully captures the essence of Tang Bohu’s poetic imagery, painting a landscape filled with delicate peach trees in vibrant bloom, their soft pink petals gently falling and floating on the water. The river, calm and reflective, flows past a peaceful dock where the viewer can imagine a small boat tied, inviting a quiet retreat into nature. The distant mountains and lush greenery add to the sense of harmony and seclusion, representing an escape from the bustling world.
Artist Description
Adam Shen Xudong 沈旭东: A Renowned Master of Ink Painting and Calligraphy
Adam Shen Xudong, (b. 1965), is the founder of Sims Arts Academy Pte. Ltd. in Singapore. Together with his family, he established Sims Galleria to promote high art forms such as Chinese ink painting and calligraphy, which have garnered widespread admiration from the public.
Born in Shantou City (Swatow), Adam hails from a family with a long tradition in painting and calligraphy. His grandfather was a peranakan from Southeast Asia, with his influence, Adam began learning calligraphy and painting at a young age, eventually studying under renowned art masters.
He further honed his skills at the China Academy of Art, where he developed profound traditional techniques in landscape, bird-and-flower and figure painting.
Adam holds several esteemed positions in the art world: he is a director of the Chinese Artists Association, Chinese Calligraphers Association, the Shantou Overseas Friendship Association and a member of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce. His works are highly prized by collectors across Southeast Asia, Europe, and America.
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