Scholar and Pine Tree
Artist
Chang Dai-chien
Zhang Daqian; Chinese, 1899 - 1983
Artist
Fang Jiekan
Chinese, 1899 - 1983
Date1948
MaterialsInk and light colors on paper
DimensionsH. 79 7/8 in x W. 18 in, H. 202.9 cm x W. 45.7 cm (overall), H. 40 3/4 in x W. 13 3/8 in, H. 103.5 cm x W. 34 cm (image)
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60D75
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsPainting
On View
Not on viewSigned“方巖私印”（朱文方印）、“張大千長壽印信”（白文方印）。
Fang Yan si yin (square relief), Zhang Daqian changshou yinxin (square intaglio).
Inscribed“戊子九月介堪大千合作。”
Painted in collaboration with (Fang) Jiekan in the ninth lunar month of the wuzi year (1948).
Text EntriesChang often placed his gentleman-scholar subjects in a landscape setting and associated the figures with different floral motifs such as pine, a traditional symbol for longevity and integrity. The energetic brushwork of the gnarled branches and needle-like leaves projects a rugged strength in contrast to the tranquil image of the gentleman. The inscription states that this is a joint work by Chang and his good friend Fang Jiekan, an artist known for his calligraphy and seal carving.
