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Color Woodcut ‘Bamboo’, China, Qing Dynasty

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:340.00 EUR Estimated At:560.00 - 700.00 EUR
Color Woodcut ‘Bamboo’, China, Qing Dynasty
Color woodcut on thin paper
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
With calligraphy ???? (Sheng Yuan Xi Ji) and a red seal lower right
Depiction of bamboo
Overall dimensions, framed: 40.5 x 30.5 cm
Sheet size: 25.5 x 29 cm

The present woodblock print depicts a very popular motif in Chinese art. The bamboo is one of the Three Friends of Winter and a signifier of integrity and modesty in Chinese symbolism. In the lower right there is a calligraphic inscription ???? (Sheng Yuan Xi Ji) and a red seal.



The sheet is in fair condition according to its age, somewhat toned and with slight blemishes along the margins. It has light handling creases and a small hole in the lower right corner. The two upper corners are mounted on cardboard with tape. The frame shows minor wear. The framed work measures 40.5 x 30.5 cm, the sheet size is 25.5 x 29 cm. (tfa)
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