Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

LOT 214

Lot 214

After Zhang Chong (Ming Dynasty)

After Zhang Chong (Ming Dynasty)
Lot 214 Details
After Zhang Chong (Ming Dynasty)

STORY OF THE OLD DRUNKARD’S PAVILION, 19TH CENTURY OR EARLIER

Ink and colour on paper, cyclically dated 1638, and after the style of Li Tang (1066-1150). With calligraphy by Hong Liangji (1746-1809). Remounted in the 25th year of the Guangxu reign (1899)
11.8" x 167.3" — 30 x 425 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Provenance:

Chinese Paintings from The Woo Shoppe, Vancouver (Lots 214-218)
The Woo Shoppe was located on Vancouver’s W. 10th Ave from 1977 to 1981 and moved to Gas Town from 1983 to 1986. It was one of the first dealers in the Vancouver region to import Chinese antiques through regional branches of the China National Arts & Crafts Import and Export Corporation, and made many trips to Beijing, Guangzhou and other parts of China. After the closing of their store, the owners maintained their personal collection until now. Their mandate was for “opening popular vision to the treasures of Chinese culture”.

Note:

Illustrating a scene from the tale of the “Old Drunkard Pavilion,” the painting depicts the elderly drunkard Ouyang Xiu (1007-1072), during a lavish celebratory dinner. After becoming governor of the Chu province, Ouyang renamed a pavilion in his own honour, and invited local townspeople to commemorate the occasion.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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