QI BAISHI (1864-1957)A BUTTERFLY AMONGST FLOWERING BRANCHES PEACHES AND A CRICKET AMONGST BRANCHES OF GOURDS Collection of Sir John Morgan (acquired whilst at the British embassy in Beijing and later authenticated by Qi Baishi himself in 1956).

ink and colour on paper, mounted as a hanging scroll



each signed and with a seal of the artist



 

These two paintings are in good condition but both have some light foxing throughout as can be seen in the catalogue illustration and creases in various areas from being rolled up. The peach painting has a 4cm stain to the top right hand corner. There is also some surface dirt to the paper throughout.
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