Cheng Shifa (1921-2007) - Qu Yuan and the Poem 'Praises to Oranges'

Ink and color on paper, mounted, framed and glazed; featuring the portrait of Qu Yuan (343-277 B.C.), the top inscribed with 'Praises to Oranges', a poem of Qu Yuan, signed Shifa, with three artist's seals reading Cheng , Shifa and Shifa. 32 x 19 7/8in (81 x 50.5cm) - Estimate: $4,000 - 6,000

Provenance: acquired directly from the artist by the present owner's family

Note : This lot has been withdrawn

Bonhams. Fine Asian Works of Art, 18 Dec 2007. 220 San Bruno Avenue, San Francisco, California