QINLING MOUNTAINS BY CHEN SHILI
China, dated 1936. Ink on segmented paper. The paper with large golden flakes. The fan-shaped painting shows calligraphy and two seals.

Inscriptions: The text describes the Qinling mountains in autumn of the year Bingzi (1936), signed 'Chen Shili.' Two seals 'Chen Shili' and 'Jianqiu.'

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: Good condition. The painting with some abrasions along the folds, discoloration, material loss and touch-ups.

Dimensions: Image size 50.4 x 20.8 cm, paper 63.5 x 32.5 cm

Laid down on paper.

Literature comparison: See a calligraphy also from Chen Shili on a fan painting (backside) in the National Palace Museum in Taipei, number 00012200002.