Based on ZHAO Yuan (14th century) - Lot 189

Based on ZHAO Yuan (14th century) Album comprising twelve pages illustrated with flowering trees, birds, and insects, showcasing various painting styles such as “the Hunan style,” “the calligraphic style,” “the literati style,” and “the Xiang style” Polychrome pigments on silk. Vertical orihon mounting Dimensions: 39.7 x 27.3 cm Silk cover mounted on wood, decorated with peonies and swastikas. Seal reading “Pavilion of Righteousness (or of the Cultivation of the Just).” Framed with a wooden strip carved with Greek motifs. The album’s title was likely to appear on the paper strip located on the left. The seal at the bottom is still visible. Condition: The leaves have small stains, foxing, and a few minor losses. The upper right corner has a moisture stain and red ink that does not affect the illustrations. This stain also extends onto the cover. Additionally, there is a lateral tear (maximum 4 mm).