ID 1405390
Lot 702 | XUN HUISHENG (1900-1968) / CHEN YINKE (1890-1969)
Estimate value
HKD 40 000 – 60 000
Scholars in Conversation / Calligraphy in Running Script
Folding fan, ink and colour on paper / ink on silver-splashed paper
18 x 46.5 cm. (7 1/8 x 18 ¼ in.)
Scholars in Conversation inscribed and signed by Xun Huisheng, with one seal
Calligraphy in Running Script inscribed and signed by Chen Yinke, with one seal
Both dated summer, fifth month, jiashen year (1944)
Both sides dedicated to Ruijie
Further details
The masters of You Yi Tang are avid collectors, especially of Zhang Daqian’s paintings. They formed a close bond with Panorama Magazine publisher Shen Weichuang. Fascinated by traditional opera, they built a collection centered on Zhang Daqian and figures related to Peking opera. This selection of folding fans and fan leaves features works by northern and southern masters, including Zhang Daqian, Yu Fei’an, and Zhao Shao’ang, as well as opera legends Mei Lanfang, Xun Huisheng, and Yu Zhenfei. It also includes rare pieces dedicated to Mei Lanfang and his wife, showcasing remarkable dedication.
| Art style: | Modern art |
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| Auction house category: | Calligraphy |
| Art style: | Modern art |
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| Auction house category: | Calligraphy |
| Address of auction |
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