A group of Chinese horizontal paintings and calligraphy by Fan Binsheng. The lot comes with an envelope. One painting is done in watercolor and ink on rice paper, and it features three orchids, an archaic inscription, a script inscription, and six seals. The other painting is done in watercolor and ink on paper mounted on a silk backing, and it features many orchids, an archaic inscription, a script inscription, and five seals. The calligraphy poem is done in ink on rice paper, and it has two seals. Dimensions are: the painting with six seals measures 17 1/4 inches tall X 39 inches wide, 43.8 cm X 99.1 cm, while the other painting measures 21 inches tall X 39 inches wide, 53.3 cm X 99.1 cm. All measurements are approximate. Condition: The painting with six seals has significant creasing. The painting with five seals is in overall good condition. The calligraphy has significant creasing. A reminder that all lots are sold as-is. We have sought to record the changes in the condition of this piece after its initial manufacture as diligently as possible; however, as stated in our terms, condition reports are statements of opinion and not representations or warranties. Oakridge Auction Gallery bears no responsibility for any error or omission. Provenance: From a Southern California collector. Notes: High resolution photos can be found here.