Jih-Fong Tang (1969) - Le jardin des songes
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Le jardin des songes, an original oil painting from 1990–2000 by Jih-Fong Tang, France, sold with a frame.
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Jih-Fong Tang (1969)
Figures in a Garden
Oil on Canvas – Taiwanese Contemporary Art – 20th Century
An interesting original oil painting by Taiwanese artist Jih-Fong Tang (唐際豐, born 1969), a contemporary painter whose career has developed between Taiwan and France.
The work depicts a scene of poetic and evocative character, featuring several female figures placed in a garden of lush vegetation.
It stands out for its delicate tonal combinations, the simplification of forms, and a highly decorative composition, where elements of Eastern pictorial tradition converge with resources characteristic of Western modern painting.
The painting bears a signature in the lower left corner, as well as handwritten inscriptions on the back of the canvas.
Description and artistic analysis
The composition is organized across different planes, creating an intimate and contemplative atmosphere.
In the upper left area appear several female figures represented by stylized silhouettes with softly defined outlines.
To their right a curved-trunk tree with dark foliage helps structure the painted space.
The foreground is occupied by a floral arrangement of rounded shapes, executed with color blotches and spontaneous brushstrokes.
The artist uses a palette dominated by ochre, golden, mauve, pinkish and earth tones, accompanied by small yellow, blue, and black accents.
The absence of strictly academic perspective and the simplification of figurative elements reinforce the ornamental character of the scene.
Of particular interest is the treatment of the painting surface, whose irregular texture and slightly worn appearance add visual depth and a particular material richness.
Style and artistic influences
The painting reflects the dialogue between Eastern artistic tradition and Western pictorial currents that characterizes part of contemporary Taiwanese art.
The arrangement of the figures, the stylized representation of vegetation, and the prominence of color relationships evoke certain principles of traditional Chinese painting, especially its poetic conception of landscape and interest in compositional harmony.
At the same time, the freedom of execution and the treatment of forms show affinities with Post-Impressionism, Symbolism, and certain trends in European modern figuration.
The importance given to color and the decorative character of the composition allow parallels with some approaches of the Nabi painters, especially in the simplification of figures and the organization of color surfaces.
These affinities should be understood as visual references rather than direct documented influences.
The result is a work of strong personality, in which figurative representation acquires a lyrical and contemplative dimension.
Artist biography
Jih-Fong Tang (唐際豐, born in Taiwan in 1969) is a Taiwanese contemporary painter whose artistic career has developed between Asia and Europe.
Before focusing her professional activity on painting, she studied Physics, a background she later abandoned to devote herself to artistic creation.
Her body of work is characterized by a personal approach to figuration, combining Oriental cultural references with expressive resources of contemporary painting.
Throughout her career she has maintained artistic ties with Taiwan and France, participating in exhibitions and developing her activity in both countries.
Among her documented exhibitions, notable is the East Gallery show in Taipei, in September 2014, entitled While You Still Can.
In France, her work has been linked to Galerie Corinne Le Monnier, located in Le Havre, where she is listed among the artists presented by the gallery.
Her paintings have also appeared on the European auction market, especially in France.
Her work constitutes an example of the artistic dialogue between Asian cultural traditions and contemporary Western pictorial languages.
Characteristics of the work
Artist: Jih-Fong Tang (唐際豐, born 1969).
Nationality: Taiwanese.
Descriptive title: Figures in a Garden.
Technique: Oil on canvas.
Era: 20th Century.
Style: Contemporary figurative painting with oriental inspiration, with Symbolist and decorative elements.
Genre: Figurative scene with landscape and floral motifs.
Signature: Signed in the lower left corner.
Inscriptions: Contains handwritten annotations and Chinese characters on the back of the canvas.
Presentation: Framed in a decorative wooden frame with gold and reddish finishes.
Condition report
The painting presents a surface with a material appearance, with color variations and a noticeable irregular texture in the photographs.
The frame shows signs of use and wear.
The frame is included as a gift, with no commercial value.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow viewing the details and current state of the work.
Shipping
The work will be carefully packaged using appropriate protective materials to ensure safety during transport.
Shipping will be carried out by a transport company with a tracking number.
Any potential duties, import taxes, and customs clearance fees will be the responsibility of the buyer when applicable.
Shipments to insular territories or destinations with special logistic conditions may be subject to transportation surcharges.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateJih-Fong Tang (1969)
Figures in a Garden
Oil on Canvas – Taiwanese Contemporary Art – 20th Century
An interesting original oil painting by Taiwanese artist Jih-Fong Tang (唐際豐, born 1969), a contemporary painter whose career has developed between Taiwan and France.
The work depicts a scene of poetic and evocative character, featuring several female figures placed in a garden of lush vegetation.
It stands out for its delicate tonal combinations, the simplification of forms, and a highly decorative composition, where elements of Eastern pictorial tradition converge with resources characteristic of Western modern painting.
The painting bears a signature in the lower left corner, as well as handwritten inscriptions on the back of the canvas.
Description and artistic analysis
The composition is organized across different planes, creating an intimate and contemplative atmosphere.
In the upper left area appear several female figures represented by stylized silhouettes with softly defined outlines.
To their right a curved-trunk tree with dark foliage helps structure the painted space.
The foreground is occupied by a floral arrangement of rounded shapes, executed with color blotches and spontaneous brushstrokes.
The artist uses a palette dominated by ochre, golden, mauve, pinkish and earth tones, accompanied by small yellow, blue, and black accents.
The absence of strictly academic perspective and the simplification of figurative elements reinforce the ornamental character of the scene.
Of particular interest is the treatment of the painting surface, whose irregular texture and slightly worn appearance add visual depth and a particular material richness.
Style and artistic influences
The painting reflects the dialogue between Eastern artistic tradition and Western pictorial currents that characterizes part of contemporary Taiwanese art.
The arrangement of the figures, the stylized representation of vegetation, and the prominence of color relationships evoke certain principles of traditional Chinese painting, especially its poetic conception of landscape and interest in compositional harmony.
At the same time, the freedom of execution and the treatment of forms show affinities with Post-Impressionism, Symbolism, and certain trends in European modern figuration.
The importance given to color and the decorative character of the composition allow parallels with some approaches of the Nabi painters, especially in the simplification of figures and the organization of color surfaces.
These affinities should be understood as visual references rather than direct documented influences.
The result is a work of strong personality, in which figurative representation acquires a lyrical and contemplative dimension.
Artist biography
Jih-Fong Tang (唐際豐, born in Taiwan in 1969) is a Taiwanese contemporary painter whose artistic career has developed between Asia and Europe.
Before focusing her professional activity on painting, she studied Physics, a background she later abandoned to devote herself to artistic creation.
Her body of work is characterized by a personal approach to figuration, combining Oriental cultural references with expressive resources of contemporary painting.
Throughout her career she has maintained artistic ties with Taiwan and France, participating in exhibitions and developing her activity in both countries.
Among her documented exhibitions, notable is the East Gallery show in Taipei, in September 2014, entitled While You Still Can.
In France, her work has been linked to Galerie Corinne Le Monnier, located in Le Havre, where she is listed among the artists presented by the gallery.
Her paintings have also appeared on the European auction market, especially in France.
Her work constitutes an example of the artistic dialogue between Asian cultural traditions and contemporary Western pictorial languages.
Characteristics of the work
Artist: Jih-Fong Tang (唐際豐, born 1969).
Nationality: Taiwanese.
Descriptive title: Figures in a Garden.
Technique: Oil on canvas.
Era: 20th Century.
Style: Contemporary figurative painting with oriental inspiration, with Symbolist and decorative elements.
Genre: Figurative scene with landscape and floral motifs.
Signature: Signed in the lower left corner.
Inscriptions: Contains handwritten annotations and Chinese characters on the back of the canvas.
Presentation: Framed in a decorative wooden frame with gold and reddish finishes.
Condition report
The painting presents a surface with a material appearance, with color variations and a noticeable irregular texture in the photographs.
The frame shows signs of use and wear.
The frame is included as a gift, with no commercial value.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow viewing the details and current state of the work.
Shipping
The work will be carefully packaged using appropriate protective materials to ensure safety during transport.
Shipping will be carried out by a transport company with a tracking number.
Any potential duties, import taxes, and customs clearance fees will be the responsibility of the buyer when applicable.
Shipments to insular territories or destinations with special logistic conditions may be subject to transportation surcharges.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Edition
Original
Artist
Jih-Fong Tang (1969)
Title of artwork
Le jardin des songes
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
47 cm
Width
38 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Symbolism
Period
1990-2000
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