ZHANG DAQIAN (1899-1983)

This painting belonged to Ren Jiacheng and Madame Liao Naiqian. Ren Jiacheng worked at the Orient Overseas Container Line, one of the largest shipping companies, owned by shipping magnate Tung Chao Yung (1912-1982), who was acquainted with Zhang Daqian. During his time in the United States, Ren was introduced to the artist by Tung Chao Yung.