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Sheng Zuoshan
Guan Zi Zai: Chinese Artistic Calligraphy by Sheng Zuoshan - 1920

1920

About the Item

Guan Zi Zai is a beautiful artistic calligraphy in China ink on Xuan paper realized by the Chinese artist Sheng Zuoshan in March 1920. The signature of the artist appears on the lower left in black ink. This is a unique piece, showing the handwriting "Guan Zi Zai", the name of the Buddhist bodhisattva and a phrase meaning "know yourself to feel free". In very god conditions except some fold on center e bottom of the sheet. Xuan paper is very ancient and was used in China for writing and painting. It is famous for the softness and fineness of its texture, ideal for rendering at its best the artistic expression, be it calligraphy or painting, of Chinese artists.The artwork is framed by the Zhuangbiao, a particular framing method for paintings and calligraphy on Xuan or rice paper, with an amber homogeneous fabric, applied on paper.
  • Creator:
    Sheng Zuoshan
  • Creation Year:
    1920
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 73.04 in (185.5 cm)Width: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Depth: 0.12 in (3 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M-1024161stDibs: LU65034731681
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