This painting was given to the grandfather of Gore Vidal, and father of Eugene Vidal, early 20th century. They had lived in China for several years, and were associates of members of the Chinese Hierarchy. Weguarantee originality of this item. Measures 30" X 14" plus original frame. This work of art hung in the Boca Raton house of Vidals Sister, who passed last year. Now it is being consigned by her son. Ink on paper Pu Ru (??, 1896-1963), courtesy name Xinyu (??), was a native of Beijing, and a member of the Manchu imperial family, born near the end of the Qing Dynasty. He was cousin to the last emperor Pu Yi and was one of the children who presented themselves at the palace as candidates for the future emperor. After the Qing Dynasty was overthrown, he decided to go by his courtesy name. He was astudent in Berlin University, studying Astronomy and Biology. After he returned from Europe, he retreated into the Western Mountains, where he spent many years at the Jie Tai Monastery (???) to develop his

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