SONG DYNASTY WANG XIMENG "A THOUSAND MILES OF...

Updated August 16, 2026

RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS" SILK SCROLL OF GREEN AND BLUE LANDSCAPE. <br>L:2000cm (787.40in) W:49cm (19.29in)This national treasure-level heavy green landscape long scroll on silk dates to the Northern Song Dynasty, furnished with original cloud-dragon patterned silk mounting and matching silk pouch bound by woven ribbon. The frontispiece bears large regular script title Thousands of Miles of Rivers and Mountains on crimson silk decorated with colorful cloud-dragon patterns, stamped with imperial palace collection seals. The whole scroll depicts rolling mountains, river sandbars, fishing villages, long bridges, cottages and travelers laid out with rich azurite and malachite green pigments, featuring layered massive mountain forms and bright gorgeous hues, the pinnacle of Northern Song green landscape painting. Segment inscriptions Spirit, Supreme Treasure, Appreciation Charm, Unrivaled Genius of Heaven are visible, alongside numerous imperial collection seals of past dynasties. Extended poetic colophons and critical appraisals by Ming and Qing masters including Shen Zhou and Deng Shiru are attached at the end. Preserved intact with complete provenance, it was a precious imperial collection of the Qing court<br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on informati

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