Since ancient times, the kumqat (or golden orange) has been a fruit symbolizing prosperity. It is often offered as a gift at the time of the Lunar New Year. The refinement of the basket suggests a moment of family celebration. Quite amusingly, the artist presents us with a young boy who seems to have struggled before falling asleep sitting up. Beside him, a half-empty basket of this fruit, also a source of energy, was not enough to keep him awake.
The artwork will be at 42nd ‘Asian painters’ auction of Aguttes, 14h30’ [French time], March 7, 2024.
Source: Aguttes
