After Soga Shohaku, (1730-1781), Fukurkuji, God of Longevity, 18th century, sumi ink on paper, poem with artist signature and seal, scroll with wooden caps and calligraphic box; Sengai Gibon, (1750-1837), Saint Yuima, 18th century, sumi ink on paper, decorative fabric strips, poem with artist signature and seal, scroll with ivory caps and calligraphic box; Unkoku School, (1612-1668), Portrait of Confucius, 17th century, sumi ink on paper, poem with artist signature and seal, scroll with wooden dowel; largest 51-1/2 x 22-1/4 in. Note: Note: This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn., Provenance: Dawson's Book Shop, Los Angeles, California; Dr. Lenoir C. Wright, Greensboro, North Carolina; The Weatherspoon Art Museum, sold to benefit the acquisitions fund
Condition
overall toning, foxing, staining throughout, loss to some edges, repairs with restorations, wear and dirt to backsides