Framed silk painting

a vintage framed Chinese silk painting,depicting the historical figure Wang Zhaojun, a Han dynasty court lady known for her beauty and sacrifice, with a traditional Chinese stringed instrument. The painting is done in a watercolor style on silk and is mounted in a bamboo-style frame. Silk paintings have a rich history in China, dating back over 2,000 years. They were a popular art form among scholars and the elite, and they often carry cultural and historical significance.