LIVE AUCTION 10TH APRIL 2024 - 1ST SESSION - ASIAN ART
Chinese calligraphy "寿 福", Qing dynasty
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Lot 77.
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Description.
Chinese ink on paper. In the centre are two characters "寿 福" representing the terms longevity and good fortune. At the top is a six-character red square seal "乾隆御笔之宝". Quing dynasty (1644-1912).
Size: 70 x 136.5 cm
Provenance:
- Admiral Giscaulime, belonging to the French expeditionary forces in China, 19th century. (1860s).
- Current private French collection obtained, directly from the previous sole owner.
References:
- Christie's (7/11/2017) Fine Chinese ceramics & works of art. Lot 357
