Wang Zhujiu scroll of Wistera and Butterflies

Wang Zhujiu scroll of Wistera and Butterflies, with two seals '嶦农' and 家在南阳古定陵', the latter of which, inscribed dedication form the artist to Mr Tian Yi, the picture approximately 180cm x 47cm

Wang Zhujiu (1900-1966) was a Chinese painter born in Henan and began receiving artistic training from Qi Baishi from 1929 in Beijing. Featuring fine brushwork in a freely expressive style that Wang inherited from his mentor, his work was exhibited in the Palace Museum and the National Art Museum of China. Wang was also a member of China Artists Association and Beijing Traditional Art Academy.