THE SONGYANXIAO TEMPLE BY JUEZHI
China, first half of the 20th century. Ink and watercolor on paper. The fan-shaped painting depicts a landscape with mountains, parted by a river that is covered in thick clouds. Hidden behind pine trees stands a cottage. Calligraphy and seal on the top right.

Inscriptions: Text (translated): 'Songyanxiao temple'. One seal 'Juezhi.'

Numerous pictures and poems from different masters from different dynasties describe the Songyanxiao temple. However, it is unclear if where this temple was located or whether it there were one or several temples with this name existed.

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 center fold, minor material loss to the upper margin.

Dimensions: Image size 52.5 x 23.5 cm, paper cover 63.5 x 65 cm

Laid down on paper with protective cover.