Zhu Da (1626-1705), Flowers, Birds, Fish and Fruit. Estimate $2,500,000–3,500,000.
Zhu Da (1626-1705), Flowers, Birds, Fish and Fruit (Detail). Estimate $2,500,000–3,500,000.
Wu Zhen (1280-1354), Studio Among Streams and Mountains. Estimate $800,000–1,000,000.
Wu Zhen (1280-1354), Studio Among Streams and Mountains (Detail). Estimate $800,000–1,000,000.
Wang Jian (1598-1677), Landscape After Old Masters (Select Leaves Illustrated). Estimate $600,000–800,000.
Wang Jian (1598-1677), Landscape After Old Masters (Detail). Estimate $600,000–800,000.
Wang Jian, Landscapes (Select Leaves Illustrated). Estimate $500,000–800,000.
Wang Jian, Landscapes (Detail). Estimate $500,000–800,000.
Dai Benxiao (1621-1693), Travel Inspiration of Mount Huangshan. Estimate $400,000–600,000.
Dai Benxiao (1621-1693), Travel Inspiration of Mount Huangshan (Detail). Estimate $400,000–600,000.
True masters of the discipline uphold the ideals of Classical Chinese Painting and Calligraphy while imbuing their works with the vibrancy of their own hand and indeed their own personality. The detail within works by such formidable hands yields unending reward for viewers that have the fortune to spend time exploring their landscapes. Spending time with these substantial masterpieces is essential to really appreciate their depth. From the upcoming Fine Classical Chinese Paintings & Calligraphy sale, we chose a few of the highlights to take a closer look.
Fine Classical Chinese Paintings & Calligraphy
16 March | New York