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After Frost and Sun, the Thatched Cottage Welcomes Spring

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The artwork evokes a sense of serene domesticity, rendered with a delicate touch. The composition centers around a small, rural house, its thatched roof and simple facade suggesting a humble dwelling; a family is enjoying a peaceful afternoon. Two children frolic on the lawn, arms raised in playful exuberance, their figures small but full of life. Across the way, a couple, perhaps their parents, sits quietly; The man reads, and the woman cradles a red-clad child in her arms. A weeping willow droops gracefully near the house, its long branches adding a sense of gentle movement, framing the scene, and enhancing the relaxed atmosphere. The simple lines and soft washes of ink create a warm, inviting feel, and the color palette is subdued, with gentle greens, browns, and muted blues. It feels like an idyllic escape into a slower pace of life, where the simple pleasures of family and nature are cherished.

After Frost and Sun, the Thatched Cottage Welcomes Spring

Feng Zikai

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2880 × 3957 px

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