金石永寿 A Longevity Golden Stone

金石永寿

Artist: Li, Weisong 李巍松

Media: Chinese Painting on Silk

Size: 16 x 26 in. (40 x 66 cm)

在金石篆刻中有一句名言叫“金石永寿”。这不仅指石头的寿命很长，更指石头上承载的精神力量经得起沧海桑田的变迁。或许，物质的力量终将逝去，而精神的力量更能恒远久长。

画面中有寿石一尊，全用水墨勾勒皴擦而就，线条劲健，墨色莹润，前有灵芝和佛手，构思巧妙设色淡雅，和寿石相得益彰，画中寿石、灵芝、佛手等三宝都有吉祥长寿之意，是大众喜闻乐见的祥瑞题材。

题跋释文: 金石永寿佳且好兮，癸卯冬月于加。巍松

In the realm of stone and metal seal engraving, there is a famous saying, "金石永寿," which not only implies the enduring longevity of stones but also signifies that the spiritual strength inscribed on stones can withstand the test of changing times. Perhaps, material strength will eventually fade away, while the power of spirit can endure forever.

In the painting, there is a longevity stone, outlined solely with ink through vigorous brushwork and precise detailing. The lines are powerful, and the ink shades are lustrous. In the foreground, there are Lingzhi mushrooms and Buddha's Hand, with a clever composition and subtle coloring that complement the longevity stone. The three treasures in the painting—longevity stone, Lingzhi, and Buddha's Hand—all symbolize auspiciousness and longevity, making it a popular and joyful theme for the audience.