Soong Mei-ling (1898-2003), 'Pine and Crane for Longevity'. Length: 74 cm (29.13 in); Width: 28 cm (11.02 in). Pine and Cranes for Longevity, hanging scroll, painted by Soong Mei-ling, ink and color on paper. Soong Mei-ling (1897-2003) studied traditional Chinese painting under Huang Junbi and Zhang Daqian, excelling at flower, bird and landscape paintings. The work depicts an ancient pine with gnarled trunk and dense pine needles, and cranes perch on the pine branches with elegant postures. Pine stands for perpetual vitality while cranes symbolize longevity. "Pine and Cranes for Longevity" is a classic auspicious theme in Chinese art, expressing wishes for long life. The painting features gentle brushwork and soft coloring, embodying the artistic conception of traditional literati painting. It is a representative flower-and-bird work of the Republic of China period, complete with inscription and seal.

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