A 'SCHOLARS' PAINTING, LATER QING China, later Qing dynasty (1644-1912). The scene shows a scholar seated at a table, showing various scholar's items such as scrolls, an inkstone, and a ruler, in front of a large audience, two women bringing refreshments. Watercolors and ink on silk, framed behind glass. Condition: The painting in excellent condition with some wear, soiling and minimal creasing. Provenance: From the collection of Alexander Popov in Novi Sad, Kingdom of Serbia, acquired between 1900-1920. Dimensions: Size incl. frame 44.5 x 45 cm. Image size 41.5 x 42 cm.