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Anonymous — Rubbing of Lanting Pavilion 拓本《蘭亭序》
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Rubbing of Lanting Pavilion 拓本《蘭亭序》

This anonymous ink rubbing on paper reproduces the famous Lanting Pavilion calligraphy, a foundational text in Chinese artistic tradition. The handscroll format preserves the classical presentation of this revered work.

Medium
ink rubbing on paper, handscroll
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

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Fine Classical Chinese Paintings

April 27, 2022

Estimate: $800,000 – $1,000,000

Lot 2570

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Anonymous, Rubbing of Lanting Pavilion 拓本《蘭亭序》

This anonymous ink rubbing on paper reproduces the famous Lanting Pavilion calligraphy, a foundational text in Chinese artistic tradition. The handscroll format preserves the classical presentation of this revered work.

Medium
ink rubbing on paper, handscroll
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Monochrome, Calligraphy, Text-Based, Classical, Traditional, Historical, Decorative, Handscroll, Chinese, Ink Rubbing

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Cleveland Museum of Art, Art Institute of Chicago