Elegant pair of mid-20th-century Chinese School gongbi (fine-line) watercolor paintings on paper, each depicting a refined court lady. One scene shows a scholar's studio with books and writing brushes; the other features a lady holding a pipa amid autumn foliage.
Both works are signed in black ink WeiDong (Wei Dong) with two red artist's seals, and are mounted on silk brocade. The gongbi technique is known for its meticulous brushwork, and the detail here-from hair ornaments to brocade robe patterns-shows fine studio craftsmanship. It
Slight size variation:
15.5" x 17" (painting 11.5 x 13)
15..25 x 17.5" (painting 11.75 x 13)

From a private collection; acquired in the U.S. from an Asian art dealer.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vibrant beautiful colors ready for framing. Small single spot on silk border.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Watercolor

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Vibrant beautiful colors ready for framing. Small single spot on silk border.