Serenity of Guilin (1973)

Serenity of Guilin captures the essence of Wu Guanzhong’s lifelong dialogue between nature and abstraction. The mountains rise softly through layers of ink and breath — part structure, part memory — while pale reflections blur into calm water below. It’s a landscape that feels less painted than exhaled. The palette, all soft greys and blue-washed whites, carries a natural rhythm that soothes the senses. In an UpperPin interior, Serenity of Guilin transforms a bathroom or spa-like space into a moment of stillness — a visual equivalent to deep breathing. Paired with limestone, brass fixtures, or pale wood accents, it turns a functional room into an experience of quiet restoration. The piece works equally well as a single focal point or as part of a tonal gallery wall where serenity is the central theme.