Lot # 72 - Signed Traditional Asian Bamboo and Bird Painting

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 03-Sep-2024 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 10-Sep-2024 8:17:00 PM
Current bid:

$28.00

Highest bidder:

Lilylola

Auction has ended

Description :

The item in the image is a Signed Traditional Asian Bamboo and Bird Painting. This framed artwork features a serene depiction of bamboo stalks and birds, a common subject in traditional Asian art. The bamboo is portrayed with sturdy stalks and clusters of leaves, creating a sense of lushness and growth. Two birds, possibly sparrows, are perched among the leaves, rendered with delicate brushwork that captures their lively essence. The background is minimalistic, allowing the detailed work on the bamboo and birds to stand out. The colors used are primarily shades of green for the bamboo leaves, white for the bamboo stalks with hints of gray to define their texture, and reds and browns for the birds and round fruits or flowers.

This painting is likely created on rice paper, a traditional medium known for its ability to absorb ink and pigments, enhancing the painterly effect. The materials used include ink and possibly watercolor or gouache paints. The frame appears to be metal with a textured finish that complements the painting’s aesthetic.

Historically, paintings like these have roots in East Asian cultures where bamboo symbolizes resilience, longevity, and integrity due to its strong yet flexible nature. Such artworks were often created by scholar-artists who practiced calligraphy, poetry, painting, and seal carving as part of their intellectual pursuits. The Chinese characters in black ink at the top left corner may provide more context about its origin or meaning.

Minor stains due to age.

Measurement: 22” H x 32.5” W


Auction History

Highest bidder is Lilylola

Date Bid User
10-Sep-2024 8:13:32 PM $28.00 Lilylola
10-Sep-2024 8:12:04 PM $21.00 Dufus
10-Sep-2024 8:11:00 PM $14.00 Lilylola
10-Sep-2024 6:09:27 PM $13.00 Dufus
10-Sep-2024 6:09:26 PM $12.00 Star
09-Sep-2024 2:16:47 PM $7.00 Dufus
07-Sep-2024 7:48:02 PM $5.00 Maltby

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