Rare Chinese Painting Attr. to Wang Zhen 王震 (1867-1938)

Description

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This store is where an old collector of Chinese paintings offers for sale items that he finds interesting, beautiful and thought-provoking.
Each buyer is invited to use his/her judgment as to the probability of authenticity of the paintings - that is where the fun of collecting is
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Attributed to Wang Zhen, this work is typical of his style in the late 20s. (See for example
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Chinese Art including Selected Works of Art from the T.Y. Chao Family Collection
- Sotheby's, November 30, 2017, Lots 584 and 585). Although he was a disciple of Wu Changshuo, he went further in the exploration of watercolour effects, combined with the quick strokes associated with so-called "zen painting" and generally Buddhist influences.
An inscription, with a seal and a signature are attributed to this
artist, as is the seal in the bottom right.
Far from being a simple "still life"
composition, this work weaves the colorful plants - potted or scattered on the floor - between multiple receding vertical planes. This painting would probably look best under glazing in a frame.
You are invited to look at the other works listed on this site. I offer a 5% discount on each of two items purchased at the same time, 10% on three items, etc. in 5% increments.
Multiple purchases will benefit from combined shipping - actual shipping cost instead of total of listed shipping charges.
Painting size: 27 x 53 inches
Scroll size:
32 x 79 inches
Shipping Worldwide: Expedited Canada Post .
Combined shipping is available.
Returns accepted if sent up to a week after reception and the buyer pays both shipping charges.