In the world of Chinese art, a painting is not finished until it is mounted. For our replica of Fan Kuan’s Sitting Alone by a Stream, the mounting process is handled by master artisans with decades of experience in traditional scroll-making. This ensures that the physical object is as authentic as the image.

The mounting begins with our custom Xuan paper, which is carefully backed with multiple layers of thin paper using natural adhesives. This gives the painting strength and flexibility, preventing it from wrinkling or warping—a common issue with cheap art prints.

We use only the finest silk brocades for the borders. The color and pattern of the silk are chosen to complement the ink tones of the Song Dynasty, creating a seamless visual harmony. This attention to detail is what makes a SinoInArt piece a museum-grade reproduction.

Traditional mounting also serves a functional purpose. The hanging scroll format allows the painting to be stored and displayed with ease, protecting the custom Xuan paper from environmental damage. The wooden rollers at the base provide the necessary weight to keep the scroll flat.

When you buy a replica from SinoInArt, you are supporting a vanishing craft. Our commitment to traditional mounting ensures that the masterpiece is presented exactly as it would have been in a Song Dynasty scholar's study, over a thousand years ago.