Zhang Daqian (1899-1983), 'Scattering Flowers by the Celestial Maiden', Hanging Scroll. Length: 96.5 cm (37.99 in); Width: 41.5 cm (16.34 in). Hanging scroll, colour on paper. This classic *Fairy Scattering Flowers* by Zhang Daqian is painted in the manner of Tang masters, dated the Yihai year. The celestial maiden stands upon rolling clouds, with a gentle and refined countenance. Adorned with an ornate floral headdress and pearl necklaces, she wears richly patterned robes tinted with azurite, malachite, cinnabar and gold pigment, gorgeous yet refined. Long ribbons swirl and flutter, rendered in Daqian's characteristic firm contour lines. Holding a lotus tray, she scatters flower petals drifting downwards. Clouds are outlined lightly in pale ink to accentuate her ethereal posture. A lengthy running script inscription occupies the left side, signed Daqian Jushi and sealed with two red seals. Drawing inspiration from Tang mural figures, the painting features graceful modelling, sumptuous colouring and fluid brushwork, a representative work of Zhang's meticulous heavy-coloured figure painting. Mounted in original silk brocade, the aged yellowed paper is well preserved.

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