XUN HUISHENG (1900-1968) / CHEN YINKE (1890-1969)

Lot 702
01.05.2025 00:00UTC +01:00
Classic
Sold
HKD 50 400
AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationUnited Kingdom, London
Buyer Premiumsee on Website%
Archive
The auction is completed. No bids can be placed anymore.
Archive
ID 1405390
Lot 702 | XUN HUISHENG (1900-1968) / CHEN YINKE (1890-1969)
Estimate value
HKD 40 000 – 60 000
XUN HUISHENG (1900-1968) / CHEN YINKE (1890-1969)
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.
Address of auction CHRISTIE'S
8 King Street, St. James's
SW1Y 6QT London
United Kingdom
Preview
01.05.2025 – 01.05.2025
Phone +44 (0)20 7839 9060
Email
Buyer Premium see on Website
Conditions of purchaseConditions of purchase

Related terms

× Create a Search Subscription