Running Horse in Landscape (Galloping Horse)
Limited edition print (lithograph or serigraph) on paper • Ning Yeh (Chinese-American, contemporary), signature visible in lower right.
Style & Movement
Modern Chinese Ink Painting (Shuimohua) influence; blending traditional Chinese calligraphic technique with a mid-century modern aesthetic.
Medium & Technique
Ink-style printing technique mimicking traditional Chinese 'Sumi-e' ink wash, utilizing calligraphic brushwork aesthetics and negative space.
Creation Period
1974 (as indicated by the inscription 'Summer 1974')
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches (image size); horizontal landscape format housed in a period-correct wooden frame with linen liner.
Subject Description
A dynamic depiction of a galloping horse, a classic motif in Chinese art symbolizing speed, power, and success. The horse is executed in bold, expressionistic strokes against a minimalist mountain skyline, utilizing 'ma-piao' (horse painting) tradition.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the print appears stable within the frame, showing minor even toning of the paper consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $450 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a gallery or exhibition in the mid-1970s; piece is numbered '77/250', indicating professional distribution in a limited run.
Art Historical Significance
Ning Yeh is a notable figure in promoting Chinese painting in the West through his teaching and media appearances; this work represents the 1970s movement of bringing Asian aesthetic principles to American interior decor and art collections.
Notable Features
Includes the artist's handwritten signature 'Ning Yeh', date 'Summer 1974', edition number '77/250', and printed red artist's seals (chops) which authenticate the composition in the traditional manner.
Condition Issues
Visible light-strike/toning of the paper (yellowing) due to non-archival mounting or UV exposure; minor scuffs on the wood frame; potential acid burn from the original matting/liner.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend reframing with acid-free archival matting and UV-protective Museum Glass to prevent further paper degradation and yellowing.