Description After Hakuin Ekaku (Japanese, 18th century) ink on paper. It depicts Bodhidharma, and contains calligraphy, and 4 seals. It is mounted on a silk backing with dowels. Dimensions: 53 1/8 inches tall X 13 1/4 inches wide; 134.9 cm tall X 33.7 cm wide. All measurements are approximate.
Condition Report Some age wear and background discoloration.
Provenance From a collector in Bethesda, Maryland, by descent from his father, who lived overseas in China (Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taipei) for 25 years and served as an executive for Air America, associated with the Flying Tigers and Civil Air Transport (CAT). He acquired much of his collection during this period and continued collecting from Sotheby ‘s Park Bernet after 1972 when he returned to the United States.