XU BEIHONG (1895-1953)

Lot 772
28.11.2024 00:00UTC +00:00
Classic
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HKD 5 670 000
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Lot 772 | XU BEIHONG (1895-1953)
Valeur estimée
HKD 3 000 000 – 5 000 000
XU BEIHONG (1895-1953)
Horse Scratching
Hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper
128.5 x 75.3 cm. (50 5/8 x 29 5/8 in.)
Inscribed and signed, with one seal of the artist
Dated twenty-eighth year (of the Republic, 1939)
Dedicated to Qingquan (Mr Loh Cheng Chuan)




Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist, thence by descent.



Further details

This painting, measuring over eight square feet, depicts a spirited horse scratching its head under the shade of a tree. Its posture is vigorous as it leans down to scratch, displaying a relaxed and comfortable demeanour amidst its strength. In the background, willow leaves sway in the wind, and lush grass lay like a carpet as if a refreshing breeze were brushing against the horse. As the horse and its background complement each other harmoniously, this painting serves as an excellent example of Xu Beihong’s horse-themed painting.

In February 1941, Xu Beihong travelled from Singapore to Penang to hold a charity exhibition to raise funds for war relief efforts. In Penang, he met with the local overseas Chinese leader Loh Cheng Chuan, the exhibition organiser. The two men connected instantly and formed a close friendship, with Xu gifting many works to Loh as tokens of friendship. Signed initially only with “Beihong,” this painting was later dedicated and gifted to Loh Cheng Chuan. Xu added an inscription on the left, stating: “For Brother Qingquan (Cheng Chuan) to enjoy an old work from the twenty-eighth year (1939).” This indicates that the artist completed this piece before coming to Penang, keeping it with him during his travels or intending to exhibit it in other places. Xu Beihong, known for his hard work and patriotic sentiments, often expressed deep emotions in his works, filled with concerns and indignation. However, this piece distinctly conveys a sense of leisure and elegance, illustrating rare moments of relaxation and joy during his time in Southeast Asia. The choice of this gift to Loh Cheng Chuan reveals Xu’s innermost emotions and reflects the profound camaraderie and closeness shared between them.
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