Gems of Chinese painting at Sotheby's HK auction

Updated: 2015-09-15 10:47

(chinadaily.com.cn)

Gems of Chinese painting at Sotheby's HK auction

Beauties was painted by Fu Baoshi in 1945 and later presented to the artist's close friend, Zhao Qingge, a well-known writer and publisher. The two met in 1943 during Fu's solo exhibition and remained friends ever since for more than 20 years. The piece's value is estimated at HK$15-20 million ($1.9- 2.6 million). [Photo/IC]