CU Medicine 40th Anniversary Auction

民國古老竹筆筒，刻有尚小雲款的詞。尚小雲（1900—1976），原名尚德泉，字綺霞，祖籍河北南宮，與梅蘭芳、程硯秋、荀慧生並稱京劇“四大名旦”。尚小雲在近六十年的舞臺實踐中創造出了“文武並重，歌舞兼長，清新英爽，灑脫大方”的京劇「尚派」藝術，對後世影響極其深遠。他的代表品包括《二進宮》 《祭塔》 《昭君出塞》 《梁紅玉》 《三娘教子》 《戰蒲關》 《秦良玉》。尚自幼喜愛書畫，曾得到眾多名家的指導，如陳師曾、姚茫父、亢興北、溥心畬、王夢白、王雪濤、顏伯龍等。尚小雲工書畫，其書問藝早年習翁同龢，晚年學王羲之，秀挺蒼勁，很見功力。這竹筆筒刻於乙亥年（1935年），其後展轉落在多位藏家手上，機緣巧合，它約廿年前落在我手上。

17cm (H) x 18cm (Diameter)

"Dumo in the City" is an immersive and whimsical artwork that combines the charm of a cartoon cheetah Dumo and other animal friends with the vibrant cityscape of Hong Kong. The concept revolves around the cheetah, a symbol of curiosity and agility, venturing into the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong and discovering its unique landmarks.

Dumo the cheetah serves as the central character, portrayed in a cartoonish style that exudes energy and curiosity. Dumo is shown at the heart of Hong Kong's iconic skyline, sitting atop a skyscraper, and checking the city map. The buildings are exaggerated and vibrant, with a touch of whimsy, reflecting the lively energy of Hong Kong.

The artwork employs a bold and vibrant color palette to reflect the energy and vibrancy of Hong Kong. The cheetah's fur could be rendered in warm, earthy tones, while the cityscape and surrounding elements can be depicted in a range of vivid and contrasting colors, including vibrant blues, reds, and oranges.

By combining the grace and agility of the cheetah with the vibrant spirit of Hong Kong, "Dumo in the City" creates a captivating and immersive experience that celebrates the unique blend of nature and urban life. It invites viewers to embark on a playful adventure and showcases the beauty and charm of Hong Kong from a fresh and whimsical perspective.

65 cm (H) x 84 cm (W)

Li Bai's "Bringing in the wine" 《將進酒》vividly expresses his upset about his talents not being recognised. It also denotes his sorrow about the shortness of life. Along the poem there are melancholy of serving the country without a way and lament of time fast passing, which leads to the poet's drinking for relieving sadness. The style of the whole writing is soaring and elegant, boundless and unrestrained, natural and magnificent. Rhetorical techniques also emerge in many ways, such as the Yellow River as a metaphor for the perishability of life, which contrasts sharply to the shortness, insignificance, and fragility of man's life.

230 cm (H) x 91 cm (W)