Lot 2804
  • 2804

Liu Guosong (Liu Kuo-sung)

Estimate
300,000 - 500,000 HKD
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Description

  • Liu Guosong (Liu Kuo-sung)
  • A Clear Mirror Between
  • ink and colour on paper, framed
signed LIU GUOSONG, dated 1977, and with one seal of the artist

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist in 1990
Water, Pine and Stone Retreat Collection

Exhibited

Sullivan, Michael and Chutsing Li. Paintings by Liu Guosong. Taipei Fine Arts Museum, 1990, p. 112

Literature

Liu Guosong, Taipei Fine Arts Museum, 1992, unpaginated
She Guangzhong, Liu Guosong. Hebei Education Publishing House, 2002, p. 39

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. Framed under Plexiglas.
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Catalogue Note

Renowned painter, Liu Guosong is known to refer to Chinese ink as a "feudalistic tradition." His liberal use of ink, vibrant application of colour, and experimentation of composition make his work powerful and mesmerising. A Clear Mirror Between reflects a moment of refinement when he implements a marbleising water-ink technique making his painting appear like a dreamscape. The prominent rock faces divide a lush green fauna in the foreground while grey shadows of clouds and distant mountains float on the horizon of a clear pool. As both painter and teacher, Liu Guosong is in a constant state of renewal, as he adapts, learns and implements new ideas and techniques.