{"title":"Books","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"xiang-li-art-chinese-empresses-lookbook-41930","title":"Xiang Li Art: Chinese Empresses Lookbook – Stunning Watercolor Prints, Perfect Lunar New Year Gift","description":"\u003cp\u003eXiang Li Art's second paper publication featuring selected Chinese Empresses from her unique collection. This catalog was created in junction with Li's solo exhibit at Jean McDonough Arts Center (JMAC) in Worcester, MA\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Xiang Li Art Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41971501400150,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/7009\/6982\/files\/il_fullxfull.6494821029_rn73.jpg?v=1733602286"},{"product_id":"the-chinese-empresses-hardcover-book-by-xiang-li-and-fei-wu","title":"The Chinese Empresses Hardcover Book by Xiang Li and Fei Wu","description":"\u003cp class=\"mt-3\"\u003eHardcover, 188 Pages, Printed in Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kt-adv-heading11_36f7f5-64 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11_36f7f5-64\"\u003eReleased in 2025 and created by Xiang Li and Fei Wu, this stunning 188-page full-color volume features over 200 uniquely reimagined Chinese empresses, painted by Xiang Li using traditional watercolor techniques and crushed gemstones on silk. A project 12 years in the making, this collection honors the power, beauty, and complexity of women in Chinese history. The book and artwork are now showcased at major museums, educational institutions, galleries, and communities across the U.S., bridging cultures through art and storytelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns11_dc7a6b-89\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"d-flex justify-content-center\"\u003eAbout the authors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-flex py-3 row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"justify-content-center text-center col\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eXiang Li\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"styled__PreWrapParagraph-sc-17zbt8c-6 ewfYRQ px-5 d-flex justify-content-center text-center\"\u003eXiang Li is a master Chinese watercolor artist renowned for her meticulous silk paintings. Her work is deeply rooted in decades of research into historical Chinese literature, allowing her to bring to life the expressions, attire, and personal stories of empresses who often lack surviving visual records. Li’s paintings are distinguished by their emotional depth and historical authenticity, reflecting her extensive experience, including 37 years at the Forbidden City in Beijing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"d-flex py-3 row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"justify-content-center text-center col\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFei Wu\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"styled__PreWrapParagraph-sc-17zbt8c-6 ewfYRQ px-5 d-flex justify-content-center text-center\"\u003eFei Wu, Xiang Li’s daughter, is a creative entrepreneur and the founder of the Feisworld Media. She collaborates with her mother to make traditional Chinese art more accessible through modern technology, storytelling, and digital platforms. Fei also contributes to Li’s blog, sharing insights into the historical context of the empresses and engaging with the art community. Together, Xiang Li and Fei Wu aim to bridge traditional Chinese art with contemporary audiences, preserving cultural heritage while fostering cross-generational appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Xiang Li Art Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42325904392278,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/7009\/6982\/files\/Screenshot2025-05-22at12.08.55AM.png?v=1747887169"},{"product_id":"chinese-empresses-coloring-book-original-03053","title":"Chinese Empresses Coloring Book Original Design by Xiang Li Watercolor on Silk","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese Empresses Coloring Book – Original Designs by Xiang Li | Watercolor on Silk Inspired Art | Relaxing Adult Coloring Book | Cultural Gift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the elegant world of ancient China with this Chinese Empresses Coloring Book, featuring original designs by renowned artist Xiang Li. Each illustration is inspired by her celebrated watercolor-on-silk paintings of powerful Chinese empresses, blending history, beauty, and storytelling into a calming creative experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter decades restoring and painting art in Beijing’s Forbidden City, Xiang Li began her Chinese Empress Collection to honor women’s strength, resilience, and grace. This coloring book invites you to connect with that legacy — one page at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ What’s inside:\u003cbr\u003e\n• Unique empress portraits based on Xiang Li’s original silk artworks\u003cbr\u003e\n• Intricate yet soothing line art, perfect for mindful coloring\u003cbr\u003e\n• A blend of cultural history and creative relaxation\u003cbr\u003e\n• Ideal for adults, teens, and anyone who loves elegant, detailed designs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨 Perfect for:\u003cbr\u003e\n• Stress relief \u0026amp; mindfulness\u003cbr\u003e\n• Art and history lovers\u003cbr\u003e\n• Gifts for women, moms, friends, teachers, and creative souls\u003cbr\u003e\n• Anyone interested in Chinese culture and powerful female stories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📘 Product details:\u003cbr\u003e\n• Softcover coloring book\u003cbr\u003e\n• High-quality black line illustrations\u003cbr\u003e\n• Designed for colored pencils, crayons, markers, and gel pens\u003cbr\u003e\n• Great for framing your finished pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is more than a coloring book — it’s a journey into timeless stories of women who shaped history, brought to life through the eyes of a master artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎁 A meaningful gift for birthdays, holidays, Mother’s Day, Lunar New Year, or simply to treat yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Xiang Li Art Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43763722518614,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/7009\/6982\/files\/il_fullxfull.7578789647_8dhk.jpg?v=1766537799"}],"url":"https:\/\/store.xiangliart.com\/collections\/books.oembed","provider":"Xiang Li Art Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}