Enjoy this one of a kind, original Longhua Xu piece is great for any horse lover.  This framed piece measures 21.5 x 23.5.

Translation of Chinese characters on the painting:  "According to an ancient Chinese sage, the fast, high-potential horses are more common than the person who can determine which horses are special.  In the opinion of Xu, to be valuable, special horses and the person with insightful eyes need each other.  There needs to be opportunity for the special horse and special person meet."

In 2019, Longhua Xu received the Arkansas Living Treasure award from the Arkansas Arts Council. He left Shanghai, China in 1989 and eventually made Hot Springs, Arkansas his home and ‘studio’. Longhau’s spectacular sculptures dot the city and complement the beauty of Hot Springs and its people, which he says inspires him. His sculptures, carvings and paintings are always uplifting and demonstrate his immense talent. More of Longhau’s work can be found at his website https://www.xu-longhua.com.  

The horse was the most frequent transport means in ancient society and it is considered as No. 1 of the most important 6 animals in China. They are strong, powerful and elegant animals. In Chinese culture, horses are the representative of heroes and talents. People born in the Year of the Horse will share some similarities with the horse and thus they are brave, strong, talented, and independent. The Five Elements of Horse is Fire (Huo), symbolizing enthusiasm and energy, which entitles the Horse people energetic and enthusiastic character.