Artist Spotlight: Hua Yan

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  • Asian Art

Clars’ Asian Art department saw auction success from Hua Yan (1682–1756), Landscape, which commended a total of $94,500 in the May Fine Asian Art & Collectibles Auction.


Hua Yan, Landscape.
Hua Yan (1682–1756), Landscape, ink and color on silk.
Sold: $94,500

Yan’s audacious use of color and brushwork has made him an inspiration for modern Chinese painters and a favorite amongst collectors.


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