19th century, Tongzhi reign, Qing dynasty. Ink and color on paper, album leaf. Tang Luming was an official and painter who specialized in flowers. This painting depicts an iris visually framed by a blossoming branch of pink magnolias. Artist’s seal to left. From the collection of Cecelia Chiang. Approx. 11 by 13 1/2 in., 28 by 34.3 cm.

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