YE GONGCHUO (1881-1968)
Seven-Character Calligraphic Couplet in Running Script
A pair of scrolls, mounted and framed, ink on paper
Each scroll measures 145 x 30 cm. (57 1/8 x 11 ¾ in.)
Inscribed and signed, with two seals of the artist
Dedicated to Weijia (Wu Weijia)
SPECIALIST’S NOTE: Wu Weijia, of Macanese descent, studio name Yi Zhai, owner of Taixing Bank, came from a well-to-do family. An avid collector, Wu was particularly fond of Lingnan artists. Three works from this collection, including fine works by Zhao Shao’ang will be offered in Christie's Fine Chinese Modern Paintings sale on November 28, 2017.
YE GONGCHUO (1881-1968)
Seven-Character Calligraphic Couplet in Running Script
A pair of scrolls, mounted and framed, ink on paper
Each scroll measures 145 x 30 cm. (57 1/8 x 11 ¾ in.)
Inscribed and signed, with two seals of the artist
Dedicated to Weijia (Wu Weijia)
SPECIALIST’S NOTE: Wu Weijia, of Macanese descent, studio name Yi Zhai, owner of Taixing Bank, came from a well-to-do family. An avid collector, Wu was particularly fond of Lingnan artists. Three works from this collection, including fine works by Zhao Shao’ang will be offered in Christie's Fine Chinese Modern Paintings sale on November 28, 2017.