Moonlight Over the Lotus Pond – Hand-Embroidered Double-Sided Art Display

Moonlight over the Lotus Pond

In Chinese culture, the lotus represents purity, resilience, and quiet grace — rising untouched from the water, blooming calmly under the moonlight.

This artwork draws inspiration from the classical scene of a lotus pond at night:

soft petals, broad leaves, and lotus roots hidden beneath the surface, all illuminated by a tranquil moon.

Hand-embroidered on both sides of ultra-fine silk, the scene appears identical from every angle — a reflection of balance, patience, and mastery.

Placed in a living room, study, or personal space, it brings a sense of stillness, warmth, and contemplation.

It is not merely decoration, but a reminder to slow down.

Craftsmanship & Materials

✦ Purely Handmade Double-Sided Embroidery

This piece is crafted using traditional double-sided Suzhou embroidery, a technique dating back to the Song Dynasty.

• Embroidered on a single, ultra-thin silk base

• Each stitch is mirrored on both sides

• No knots, no visible thread ends

• Identical imagery on front and back

The result is a work with exceptional depth, symmetry, and vitality — a hallmark of true hand embroidery.

✦ Premium Materials

• Embroidery surface: 100% mulberry silk gauze

• Frame material: Solid Jichimu (Chicken-wing wood)

• Packaging: Gift box included

The silk’s natural sheen enhances the softness of the lotus, while the solid wood frame provides warmth and structure.

Traditional Mortise-and-Tenon Wooden Frame

The frame is assembled using traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery, a classic Chinese woodworking technique used for centuries.

• No nails or metal fasteners

• Designed with natural expansion gaps

• Allows the wood to respond safely to humidity changes

This thoughtful construction protects the embroidery over time and reflects the philosophy of harmony between craftsmanship and nature.

Size & Specifications

• Artwork size: approx. 30 × 26 cm

• Technique: Purely handmade double-sided embroidery

• Measurement note: slight variations may occur due to manual measurement

Care & Display Advice

• For decorative use only

• Avoid high humidity or extreme temperatures

• Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight

• Gently dust with a soft, dry cloth

This will help preserve both the silk and the wooden frame over time.