Two Floral Chinese paintings on silk , half 20th century

Chinese artists have long valued silk for its ability to absorb and retain ink and pigments, resulting in rich and nuanced colors that are prized in traditional Chinese painting. The smooth surface of silk also allows for fine detailing and subtle shading, enabling artists to create intricate landscapes, figures, flowers, and other subjects with remarkable delicacy and precision.

Floral motifs have been a perennial theme in Chinese art, symbolizing beauty, harmony, and the changing seasons.