Framed Print of 'Heard of Horses' after Han Gan
Fine Art - Asian Art Reproductions

Framed Print of 'Heard of Horses' after Han Gan

This item is a framed reproduction of a classical Chinese painting, specifically styled after the Tang Dynasty master Han Gan (c. 706–783 AD). The artwork depicts a bearded groom or official in traditional white robes riding a dark stallion while leading a white horse. The scene is rendered on a surface that mimics aged silk with a muted olive-green or mustard background. Key physical characteristics include columns of black calligraphic script on the upper left and multiple red cinnabar-style seals (stamps) scattered across the composition, intended to represent imperial or collector marks common in historic Chinese art. The colors are predominantly earth tones, with strong contrast between the dark and light horses. The item is presented in a modern, dark wooden frame with a wide white mat board protected by glass. Notable condition issues include visible surface glares and reflections in the photograph, along with slight undulations in the paper or silk substrate, suggesting it may not be perfectly flat against the mounting. Based on the uniform application of the seals and the modern framing style, this appears to be a mid-to-late 20th-century decorative print rather than a period artifact or high-end hand-painted copy. The level of detail in the brushwork suggests a quality mechanical printing process or a student's hand-painted study, emphasizing the 'Gongbi' style of meticulous detail.

Estimated Value

$100 - $250

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Fine Art - Asian Art Reproductions

Appraised On

January 11, 2026

Estimated Value

$100 - $250

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Item Description

This item is a framed reproduction of a classical Chinese painting, specifically styled after the Tang Dynasty master Han Gan (c. 706–783 AD). The artwork depicts a bearded groom or official in traditional white robes riding a dark stallion while leading a white horse. The scene is rendered on a surface that mimics aged silk with a muted olive-green or mustard background. Key physical characteristics include columns of black calligraphic script on the upper left and multiple red cinnabar-style seals (stamps) scattered across the composition, intended to represent imperial or collector marks common in historic Chinese art. The colors are predominantly earth tones, with strong contrast between the dark and light horses. The item is presented in a modern, dark wooden frame with a wide white mat board protected by glass. Notable condition issues include visible surface glares and reflections in the photograph, along with slight undulations in the paper or silk substrate, suggesting it may not be perfectly flat against the mounting. Based on the uniform application of the seals and the modern framing style, this appears to be a mid-to-late 20th-century decorative print rather than a period artifact or high-end hand-painted copy. The level of detail in the brushwork suggests a quality mechanical printing process or a student's hand-painted study, emphasizing the 'Gongbi' style of meticulous detail.

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