Chinese ink and color painting on paper laid to silk. Grisaille hand painting with spontaneous brushstrokes of a spiriting horse. Showing characters inscription on upper right, signed by artist, followed by two red signature seals.
Mounted on grayish-celadon silk border. The horse (ma) is one of the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac and symbolizes speed, power and perseverance.
The horse is usually depicted as the bearer of good things.


Measurements: (scroll): 78" L x 32-1/2" W inner painting: 38-1/2" L x 22-1/2" W

Over all in EXCELLENT Condition. Natural imperfection on the medium (paper or silk), regardless from any major damages; includes light blooms, discoloration and minor fading. Consider normal due to the ages.
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