A CALLIGRAPHY OF SIX POEMS BY YUAN China, dated 1916. Ink on segmented paper. The paper with dense gold speckles. The fan-shaped painting shows a calligraphy with seal mark.

Inscriptions: Six poems by Zhucha (pseudonym from Zhu Yizun) in July of the year Binchen (1916), signed 'Yuan.', one seal 'Shujin.'

Provenance: From the collection of Professor Jan Wirgin (1932-2020). Jan Wirgin studied Classic Chinese and History of Art at Stockholm University. Later, he joined the Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities in Stockholm, first as a curator and then between 1981-1998 as the director of the museum. Further, he published numerous articles during his work as the editor of the Bulletin of the Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities. One of his most famous works is the book "Chinese Art history" (1972), which is still one of the most read books for students of Chinese art history in Sweden.
Condition: Very good condition. The painting with some abrasions along the folds, and minor material loss.

Dimensions: Image size 51.2 x 21 cm, paper 63.5 x 32.5 cm

Laid down on paper.