Rare Chinese Painting Attr. to Qi Baishi 齐白石 (1864-1957) - Cherries in a Basket

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This store is where an old collector of Chinese paintings offers for sale items that he finds interesting, beautiful and thought-provoking.
Each buyer is invited to use his/her judgment as to the probability of authenticity of the paintings - that is where the fun of collecting is
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Attributed to
Qi Baishi, this work impresses by the vivid spontaneity of its depiction of succulent cherries. The painting has an intriguing provenance, as it once belonged to an important Chinese-American art historian who purchased it while visiting China in the 70s. It is now lightly attached to a thin wooden backing, but could be send without it.
It bears
a signature (Bai Shi) attributed to this artist, and a seal with a design he mainly used in the 1920s.
It has suffered some damage as witnessed by a number of visible holes, although not in any painted area. It would be best exhibited cropped, matted, backed with similarly toned paper, and framed under glass.
Painting size: 14 x 23 inches
You are invited to look at the other works listed on this site. I offer a 5% discount on each of two items purchased at the same time, 10% on three items, etc. in 5% increments. Multiple purchases will also benefit from combined shipping - actual shipping cost instead of total of listed shipping charges.
Shipping Worldwide: Expedited Canada Post $ 50. Combined shipping is available.
Returns accepted if sent up to a week after reception and the buyer pays both shipping charges.