Artwork Details
| Painting size | "139×69cm" |
|---|---|
| Pingchi | 8.6 |
| Subject | Maitreya (Laughing Buddha) |
| Technique | Freehand (Xieyi) |
| Material | Rice paper (hand-painted original) |
| Inscription & Seal | Personally signed & sealed by the artist |
| Mounting | Unframed · rice-paper mounted |
| Certificate | Artist-signed certificate of authenticity |
| Rarity | One of a kind · gone forever once sold |
About the Artist
Li ZongyiFreehand Chinese ink figure painter · creator of Five Hundred Arhats
Li Zongyi is a freehand Chinese ink figure painter best known for his Zen-inspired figures. His signature series include Five Hundred Arhats (500 individually hand-painted figures on rice paper, no two alike), the "Smile" series, court-lady line drawings, and cinnabar Zhong Kui. His works are part of the Daming Temple collection; every piece is a one-of-a-kind original accompanied by the artist's personally signed certificate of authenticity.
About the Series
Smile Series
Painting laughter with brush and heart — the "Smile" series portrays the laughing Maitreya and the many faces of everyday life in freehand ink. Each is a one-of-a-kind original with the artist's inscription.
Common Questions
Is it an original hand-painted artwork?
Every piece is a one-of-a-kind original hand-painted by Mr. Li Zongyi — never a print or reproduction — and comes with the artist's personally signed certificate of authenticity.
How long does shipping take?
Free worldwide shipping. In-stock works ship within 3-7 business days after payment, with international tracking; for custom framing, see the timeline on the product page.
Do I need to pay customs duties?
Prices include tax (VAT/sales tax). Import duties and customs fees are borne by the recipient under local customs regulations.
Can I return it?
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery, with the work kept in its original condition together with the original packaging and certificate; see the Returns & Cancellation Policy for full details.
How is it packaged? Can I commission a custom piece?
Each artwork is mounted flat on acid-free backing and packed in a custom brocade box — gift-grade presentation with full protection in transit. Framing and custom mounting are available on request. Commissions are welcome: choose your subject, size and composition — hand-painted by Li Zongyi, optionally documented on video. Contact <a href="mailto:service@treascol.com">service@treascol.com</a>.