A Tang Dynasty Poem of Long-Distance Friendship

This framed artwork features two famous lines from Farewell to Vice-Prefect Du (Song Du Shao Fu Zhi Ren Shu Zhou) by the Tang Dynasty poet Wang Bo:

海内存知己，天涯若比邻。

With a true friend, even the ends of the earth feel close.

The poem reflects on parting with optimism and warmth — reminding us that true kinship of mind and heart transcends physical distance, keeping loved ones close no matter how far apart they live.

For this artwork, artist Niohe has written the original Chinese calligraphy by hand in fine white ink against a rich red background, preserving the character, rhythm, and expressive stroke movement of the brush. The handwritten original has been reproduced in high resolution as a fine art print for everyday meaningful display.

Traditional Calligraphy, Ready for Modern Living

The vibrant red background and delicate white calligraphy create a warm, striking composition framed in dark wood tones. Framed and ready to display, the artwork serves as a heartfelt touch in a living room, study, home office, or bedroom.

It also makes a exceptionally thoughtful farewell gift, long-distance friendship gift, graduation present, or moving gift — sharing comforting words of lasting bond and affection across miles.

Gift-Ready Presentation

Each piece comes in a lightweight frame with a dark wood-look finish and a matching gift box, making it easy to present as a gift.

A soft protective sheet is included inside the package for use with the framed artwork. It is not shown in the product photographs to reduce reflections and allow the calligraphy to be seen more clearly.

Product Details

• Artwork: High-resolution art print based on Niohe’s original, hand-written Chinese calligraphy in white ink

• Paper: 200 gsm art paper

• Artwork size: A4

• Overall frame size: Approximately 23 × 32 cm

• Frame: Lightweight MDF frame with a dark wood-look finish

• Packaging: Gift box included

• Protection: Soft protective sheet included

• Artist signature: [Add your signature policy here]

Please Note

• The original calligraphy is handwritten by the artist; the item offered here is a high-resolution art print rather than a one-of-a-kind original painting.

• Colours may vary slightly from the product photographs due to lighting, image editing, and differences between display screens. The product photographs do not show the protective sheet because it can create reflections.

About Golden Ink Arts

Golden Ink Arts is an independent contemporary art practice by artist Niohe, exploring the meeting point between traditional Eastern visual culture and modern everyday life.

Quiet Eastern Art for Modern Living.