This lot features an original oil on canvas still life painting by Sha Qi (Sadji), (Chinese 1914 - 2005). Sha Qi, known as the eastern Van Gogh, Sad Ji (Sha Qi) is a famous oil painting artist. In his earlier years, he was taught by Liu Hai Su, Hsu Bei Hong, and Lin Feng Mian. Referred by Hsu Bei Hong in 1937, he traveled far to Belgium for further studies and became one of the earliest artists in Belgium. A decade later, Sad Ji (Sha Qi) excelled with great performance. He held several individual exhibitions in Belgium, and in 1940 he exhibited at Atriome with famous artists such as Picasso and won wide recognition by the art world. Later, he graduated with honors from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of Brussels and was honored the "Golden Award of Excellent Art". This piece is number 69 in either the artist's catalog or was number 69 in an exhibition. This piece is dated 1971 on the reverse on the canvas stretcher. Signed "Sadji" lower right register. Excellent condition. Measures 20" x 24". This piece comes from the Dickenson Estate of Knoxville, TN. We have also included a letter from Prof. Bill Wright attesting to his belief in the authenticity of this piece. Please See Photos for Details. Shipping Available.