This exceptional auction presents a distinguished selection of Chinese paintings, calligraphy, rare documentary archives, and imperial publications assembled from prominent private collections over several decades. Carefully preserved and largely unavailable to the public for many years, these works offer collectors a rare opportunity to acquire important examples of China's artistic and cultural heritage. Highlights include remarkable works attributed to celebrated masters such as Xu Beihong, Zhang Daqian, Qi Baishi, Fu Baoshi, Wu Hufan and Wu Guanzhong, many of which are unpublished and appearing at public auction for the first time. The sale is further complemented by an outstanding collection of historical manuscripts, imperial books, official publications, and rare documentary archives spanning multiple dynasties. Selected for their artistic excellence, historical significance, rarity, and distinguished provenance, these collections represent an extraordinary cross-section of Chinese civilization. We are honored to present this exceptional offering and invite collectors, institutions, and scholars worldwide to participate in this remarkable auction. To be Upload
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Acquired from a prominent collector, representing an important private collections. The collections presented and offered up to auctions from Lot 25 through Lot 136; and additional related documents and or manuscripts from Lot 137 to Lot 228. Wei Tao-Ming (Wei Daoming), (October 28, 1899 - May 18, 1978) was a prominent Chinese diplomat, statesman, and senior official of the Republic of China. Born in Jiangxi Province, he studied law in the United States and became active in the Nationalist government under Chiang Kai-shek. During the Second World War, Wei served as the Republic of China's Ambassador to the United States from 1942 to 1946, playing an important role in strengthening Sino-American relations during the Allied war effort. He later held several key government positions, including Governor of Taiwan Province (1947-1949), Ambassador to Japan, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China from 1966 to 1971. Wei remained an influential figure in Chinese diplomacy throughout the mid-twentieth century and was closely involved in the Republic of China's international affairs during a period of major political transition in East Asia.
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