Leilão Bidspirit | Chinese calligraphy ”寿 福”, Qing

Chinese calligraphy ”寿 福”, Qing dynasty - Chinese ink on paper. In the centre are two characters ”寿 福” representing the terms longevity and good fortune. At the top is a six-character red square seal ”乾隆御笔之宝”. Quing dynasty (1644-1912). Size: 70 x 136.5 cm Provenance: - Admiral Giscaulime, belonging to the French expeditionary forces in China, 19th century. (1860s). - Current private French collection obtained, directly from the previous sole owner. References: - Christie's (7/11/2017) Fine Chinese ceramics & works of art. Lot 357