Empress Dowager Cixi (1835-1908), Four Seasons of Flowers, Scroll. Length: 122 cm (48.03 in); Width: 41 cm (16.14 in). Colour on silk. This floral work was painted in the year of Renyin, Guangxu reign. The composition is rich and well-arranged, featuring peonies, lilies, bamboo, nandina, chrysanthemums and other seasonal blossoms, symbolizing peace throughout four seasons. The peonies are plump and luxuriant with gentle colours; the white lilies are pure and elegant, paired with sturdy bamboo leaves and bright red nandina berries. The plants interweave naturally with delicate branches, rendered in refined and gorgeous tones, combining the solemn magnificence of court painting and literati charm. The left side bears the inscription "Painted by Imperial Brush, early spring, month one, Renyin year of Guangxu", sealed with two imperial seals of Cixi. There is also a poetic colophon respectfully inscribed by Minister Zhao Yiyan with his seal, and an imperial appreciation seal at the top. Mounted in original silk brocade mounting, the silk support remains in good condition, representing a fine example of late Qing imperial floral painting

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