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Peonies 'blossom' on paper at Beijing art exhibition
Updated: Apr 7, 2026
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The famed peonies of Heze, Shandong province, have long inspired artists to capture their beauty through calligraphy and paintings. Now, their timeless charm comes alive at the Peony Blossoms: Heze Peony Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition at the National Art Museum of China in Beijing.
Bold brushstrokes, flowing ink, and vibrant colors, each piece reveals the grandeur and elegance of peonies as if they "blossom" on paper.
Dates: Until April 8
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