CHUANG CHE (CHINESE B. 1934) Mountainous Abstract, oil and acrylic on canvas 97 x 122 cm (38 1/4 x 48 in.) signed lower right; inventory number on verso PROVENANCE Perlman Gallery, Princeton, NJ Acquired from the above by the present owner LOT NOTES Chuang Che is a contemporary Chinese artist whose body of work largely consists of abstract paintings often combining the influence of his Chinese heritage with abstract expressionism. Che’s father introduced him to the art of calligraphy, a medium in which is still present in his work. Che studied Eastern painting traditions, alongside several other artists including Liu Guosong, Fong Chung-Ray and Sun Duoci together forming the Fifth Moon Group with the goal to modernize Chinese art. In 1966, Che was awarded the John D. Rockefeller III Foundation travel grant, allowing him to study in the United States. In the late 1990’s Che found himself living and creating work in New York City, which is where he still resides today. This lot is a prime example of Che’s abstract expressionism drawing on his heritage and influence of calligraphy. CONDITION Observed in frame, the painting appears in very good condition. A horizontal scuff and a light impression visible along the lower edge. A vertical scuff to the lower center, measuring 10 cm (4 in.) in length. Inspection under UV light shows no apparent sign of restoration. framed dimensions: 111 x 137 cm (43 3/4 x 54 in.) Kindly note, the auction is comprised of two sessions: Session I: Russian and Asian Art, Antiques and Jewelry, lots 1-331 Session II: European, North and South American, and Ethnographic Art, Antiques, Jewelry, and Design, lots 500-827 N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.