Title: Backward Glance

Artist: Zhang Pian

Medium: Ink and Color on Silk

Artwork Size: 36 × 60 cm（14.2'' × 23.6''）

Framed Size: 46 × 70 cm（18.1'' × 27.6''）

Year: 2026

Frame: Gold aluminum frame with double white mat

Artwork ID: MBA-2026-057

Authenticity:
Original · One of a Kind · Signed Certificate of Authenticity

Artwork Description:
Backward Glance presents a refined female portrait rendered through delicate ink and color on silk. The smooth transitions of tone and the controlled layering of pigment highlight the technical precision required by this medium.

The figure turns her head gently, creating a moment that feels both intimate and distant. Her gaze carries a quiet sense of awareness, while the surrounding lilies introduce softness, rhythm, and a subtle emotional atmosphere.

The composition reflects Zhang Pian’s ongoing exploration of female identity. The character is neither fixed nor narrative-driven, but instead evokes a state of emotion and presence. Through controlled linework and balanced color, the work maintains a connection to traditional Chinese painting while expressing a contemporary sensibility.