Lot 1033. Zhang Daqian (1899-1983), Persimmon Tree, 1970. Estimate $100,000 - 120,000. Sold for US$ 212,500 (€314,478) inc. premium. © Bonhams 2001-2017

Ink and color on paper, hanging scroll, inscribed with a poem, dated wu shi jiu nian sui genshu shi yi yue (1970, eleventh month), dedicated to Daoshi wu xiong and Zhong Qi fu ren and signed Daqian Jushi Zhang Yuanwith three artist's seals reading Zhang Yuan zhi yin, Daqian Jushi and Keyiju. 70 1/2 x 35 1/4in (179 x 89.5cm)

Provenance: acquired directly from the artist, thereafter by descent