The Strength of Bamboo 竹

Ethan Hill

"The Strength of Bamboo"
This is the Chinese character 竹 ( zhú ), which means "Bamboo."
Bamboo represents both toughness and flexibility, able to bend in unimaginable shapes without breaking. Its strength lies in its resilience - remaining firm yet adaptable in the face of adversity. This calligraphy embodies the qualities of endurance, flexibility, and grace, encouraging us to embrace challenges with strength and the ability to adapt, just as bamboo does. It's a reminder to remain flexible in life while staying rooted in our core values.

Chinese calligraphy art
Acrylic on canvas
Black, white, brown.
Hand-painted, made-to-order piece.
Signed on the back by default; front signature available upon request
Free worldwide shipping; delivered within 10 business days

Returns & exchanges accepted within 30 days.

Canvas ships rolled in a protective tube to save on shipping costs — frame it locally for less than buying it framed. An extra 2–5 inches of white border is added on all sides for easy framing and stretching.

WHY we don't sell framed painting?
Our goal is to make the entire experience simpler, more convenient, and more cost-effective for you. Shipping framed artwork usually leads to much higher shipping fees — often enough to cover the cost of professional framing nearby. In case a return is needed, rolled paintings are also much easier and more affordable to send back.

We don’t collect sales tax as we’re not a US-based business.

Customers are responsible for customs clearance and associated fees.

(FYR, hand-painted original artworks are duty-free when imported to the United States. In the most of other countries, they are also exempt from customs duties. but a small amount of VAT may apply.)

$550

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