Original Paintings

This exquisite original painting, "Spring's Delicate Flowers," captures the tender beauty of the season in a harmonious composition of florals. The piece features a medley of blossoms -  where each bloom is painted in varying stages, from tender buds to full peony in full bloom, symbolising renewal and growth. Subtle hues of pink, white, and yellow emerge in harmony, inviting the viewer to revel in the quiet beauty of springtime. Each petal creates a three-dimensional effect that captures the essence of the natural world with an almost poetic serenity.

This masterpiece is painted with ink and pigments on silk and its perfect for those who appreciate the subtle elegance of nature's blossoms, a time for beginnings and the delicate unfurling of life. Its presence is sure to infuse any room with the serene and hopeful spirit of the season.

For admirers of fine art and the symbolic language of flowers, "Spring's Delicate Flowers" promises to be a captivating centrepiece, a timeless piece that will infuse any space with the serenity and splendour of spring.

The original mural commissioned by John Lewis & Partners and painted by Siyuan Ren to celebrate the start of the Year of Tiger is now available for sale!

Product description  

The impressive mural featuring auspicious symbols: the tiger, peonies, and crane, aiming to bring the wishes of prosperity and abundance in 2022, was painted in chalk paint on nine plywood panels connected together.

In the painting, a majestic tiger is standing among red irises and tree peonies in full bloom. Pinks, reds and whites of the peony blossoms create an effect of fullness and three-dimensional depth and contrast with different shades of blue in the background. Behind the tiger, a pair of elegant cranes are seen taking flight.

The creation process that lasted ten days was witnessed by thousands of visitors in the Highcross Leicester Centre and featured in BBC and ITV News. You can read the full story of the mural here.

We also offer giclée prints of the painting.

Size:

61 cm x 61 cm / 24" x 24" x 9 panels

Shipping:

The cost will depend on the location. We use a specialised fine art company for international shipping. A quote will be provided after the delivery address is confirmed. 

The two-piece painting started from an idea of a field covered with blossoming peonies - beautiful and soft, inviting for a barefoot walk. 

Over time, the painting gradually evolved. First, a window frame was added alongside a vase with fresh herbaceous peonies to create an effect as if someone was living next to a peony field. Then, branch shadows were added to create a dreamy, romantic feeling.

With this painting, one can feel as if they lived next to a stunning peony field which stays full of sweet fragrance and colourful flowers turning towards the sun-filled, cloudless blue sky, regardless of the weather or time of the year!

Media: oil on canvas
Size: 1 x 1.5m x 2

An original painting portraying a red peony, painted using ink and pigments on rice paper. It took over 11 hours to finish. 

The painting is one of the series of portraits of peonies of different colours. The series is Siyuan’s take on botanical painting - which requires scientific accuracy and detail - but painted in Chinese gongbi style, with an added layer of artistic creativity, aesthetics and freedom. 

Each portrait in the series shows a peony with a different personality. The Red Peony is outgoing, bubbly, enjoying herself to the fullest. She is intoxicated with life and welcomes the beauty that the world has to offer. 

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size (including the frame): 62 cm x 85 cm x 5 cm.

An original painting portraying a yellow peony. It was painted using ink and pigments on rice paper and took over 11 hours to finish. 

It's one of the series of portraits of peonies of different colours. The series is Siyuan’s take on botanical painting - which requires scientific detail and accuracy - but painted in Chinese gongbi style, with an added layer of aesthetics, artistic creativity and freedom. 

Each piece in the series portrays a peony with a different personality. The Yellow Peony is calm, strong and modest - quietly expressing herself and unassuming. Her elegance, grace and beauty of her petals can clearly be seen by others so there is no need to boast about it. 

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size (including the frame): 62 cm x 85 cm x 5 cm.

Indulge in the calming blue hues of "Charm" from The Peony Girl. Handcrafted with love, this wooden panel painted with Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint perfectly embodies English Romance with Oriental Elegance. The delicate floral motifs on the blue backdrop exude a subtle yet captivating charm, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to add serenity to their home decor. Whether placed in your bedroom or living room, "Charm" will make your heart beat whenever you look at it.

The original paintings are sold unframed. The framing option is available upon request. Fine art prints are available here.

Adorn your walls with the quintessential English elegance of "Elegance" from The Peony Girl. The soft pink hue of this handcrafted wooden panel painted with Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint radiates a gentle warmth that can transform any room into a haven of peace and tranquillity. The intricate floral designs in shades of white and pink add a touch of femininity and sophistication, making it a perfect fit for those who want to infuse their homes with an air of understated elegance.

The original paintings are sold unframed. The framing option is available upon request. Fine art prints are available here.

Bask in the regal beauty of "Grace" from The Peony Girl. The stunning combination of purple and yellow on this wooden panel painted with Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint is a sight to behold. The intricately hand-painted floral designs in shades of purple, pink and yellow are a testament to the brand's English Romance with Oriental Elegance. The yellow flower in the centre of the panel adds a pop of colour, making it a standout piece that will leave your guests in awe. "Grace" is a true masterpiece that will infuse your home with luxury and sophistication.

The original paintings are sold unframed. The framing option is available upon request. Fine art prints are available here.

Original painting portraying a purple peony. It was created using ink and pigments on rice paper and took over 11 hours to finish. 

It's one of the series of paintings of peonies of different colours. The series is Siyuan’s take on botanical painting - which requires detail and scientific accuracy - but painted in Chinese gongbi style, with an added layer of artistic creativity, freedom and aesthetics. 

Each piece in the series portrays a peony with a different personality. The Purple Peony is active, full of vitality, celebrating life. She’s bursting with energy as if she was a dancer wanting to express her joy and dazzle the audience.

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size (including the frame): 62 cm x 85 cm x 5 cm.

The set of three paintings depicts a scene of "Xanadu". Originally inspired by a Classical Chinese poem, “The Peach Blossom Spring”, and the idea of an idyllic, peaceful place. It was created during the pandemic when many struggled with feelings of isolation and needed a place of solace and escape from daily troubles like "Xanadu". You can read the full story of the painting here. 

"Xanadu" was made in the traditional Chinese gongbi technique, using ink and pigments on rice paper. The process needed much care, focus, and attention to detail, and to obtain the desired depth of colour, over ten layers of ink were used to paint the elements in the painting and the background. 

Size: 68 cm x 138 cm / 27" x 54" x 3

The original paintings are sold as a whole set, unframed. The framing option is available upon request. Fine art prints of individual paintings are available here.

This painting explores one of the popular motifs in Chinese art -  bird and flower paintings. It depicts a spring concert of full, blossoming peonies of different colours. Blooming flowers are accompanied by colourful birds, butterflies and bees drawn to the beauty of peonies. 

The painting was created with pigments and ink on rice paper and took over 36 hours to complete.

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size (including the frame): 154cm x 85cm

This fan has been proudly donated to The Lord Mayor's Big Curry Lunch 2021 Silent Auction. You can view it here - we encourage you to make a bid at the auction to help raise money to support our veterans. 

Original painting on a silk hand fan of light blue peony flower on a navy background. It was splashed with gold dusk, creating the effect of the delicate blue peony being made of porcelain.

The painting was created with pigments and ink. It took over 13 hours to complete.

Fan size: 48cm x 28cm; fan box size: 49.5 cm x 28.5 cm x 2.5 cm.

The hand fan stand is not included.

If you're interested in more silk hand fans check out one of our other silk fans.

An original chrysanthemum painting with a dark background and flowers in different stages of life. It was created as an inspiration by the Dutch golden age still life flower paintings of the 16th and 17th century. 

It was set to capture the circle of life - in the painting, there are flowers in full bloom, flowers wilting, and new buds coming out. 

The painting was created with pigments and ink on rice paper, then mounted on silk. It took over 18 hours to finish.

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size (including the frame): 56 cm x 75 cm x 3 cm.

We are sorry but another collector has purchased this painting already. It is available now as fine art prints.

The peony flowers and the birds of heaven were created in the traditional Chinese method, and sealed with wax, on top of which the piano was painted with oil. This brings out the three-dimensional effect.

This painting quietly celebrates the beauty of melancholy.

I am proud to have won the major prize of NHS Leicestershire Trust - The Yellow Book Project to help support mental wellbeing.

The painting was created with Chinese ink and pigments, wax and oil on wood panel over 20 hours

Size (unframed): 40cm (H) x 30cm (W) x 0.5 (D)

To see another Peony Girl original painting click here.

We are sorry but another collector has purchased this painting already. It is available now as fine art prints.

The chrysanthemums were painted with traditional Chinese method, and sealed with wax, on top of which the vase, the table and the clothes were painted in oil. This method helps to bring out the three-dimensional effect.

The vase is empty longing for flowers; but the flowers on the wall live in a different world. They seem so close, but yet so far apart.

The painting was created with Chinese ink and pigments, wax and oil on wood panel over 20 hours

Size (unframed): 40cm (H) x 30cm (W) x 0.5 (D)

To see another Peony Girl original painting click here.

This painting was created as one of The Peony Girl’s experiments with mixed media. The waterlily was painted with Chinese ink and pigments on silk to emphasise its purity, together with delicate features of the dragonfly. Other elements of the painting were added after mounting the silk onto canvas and painted in oil, to create heavier, crude texture contrasting with the lotus. The whole painting took around 22 hours to finish. 

The name "Rising Above the Silt", is a Chinese phrase used to describe a waterlily that grows out of muddy waters - like lilies growing in the marsh - yet untouched by the impurity, clean and beautiful. It implies virtue, purity and high moral values that are not tainted by the unfavourable environment. 

This painting has won the major prize of The Yellow Book Project (nationwide) to help support mental wellbeing.

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size: 60 cm (H) x 50 cm (W) x 1 cm (D)

A fine art painting showing a peony bouquet basking in the glow of the moonlight. There is a slight sentiment of melancholy that can be sensed coming from the painting. One can almost feel the peonies reaching for the last rays of light before the darkness of the late evening falls over them.

This painting is an experiment in mixed media on both silk and canvas. The white flowers in the foreground were created with Chinese ink and pigments on silk. Then, the silk was mounted onto canvas previously painted black. Finally, fragments of silk were burnt to make the canvas visible. The remaining flower elements were developed in oil to form depth. It was one of a series of three in this experiment.

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size: 60 cm (H) x 50 cm (W) x 1 cm (D) 

There seems to be no better word than “splendour” to describe this painting.  

The inspiration came to The Peony Girl during one of many times when she visited the wonderful properties of the National Trust.
It was a well-known country house and there was a magnificent bouquet of flowers in the oriental room.

It was one of those moments of pure inspiration when the Chinese background and her new home’s Western influence fused together and gave The Peony Girl the idea for this painting. 

This piece was an experiment of different media on both silk and canvas. The red and pink flowers were first created with Chinese ink and pigments on silk using gongbi technique. Then, it was mounted onto the canvas and finished off with a touch of oil paint to form a three-dimensional effect. 

If you like the painting but would prefer to purchase a fine art print - you can find it here. 

Size: 60 cm (H) x 50 cm (W) x 1 cm (D) 

We are sorry but another collector has purchased this painting already. It is available now as fine art prints.

Blooming peonies in the full moon. It's a scene of celebrating the Mid-Autumn Day in a romantic and idealistic sense because peonies flower in spring. The blooming peonies with the autumn moon often put together to represent prosperity and perfection of life. 

The painting was created with pigments and ink on rice paper over 20 hours. 

Size (excluding the frame): 139cm x 67cm

To see another Peony Girl original painting click here.