The Vintage (Circa 1928–1936) Framed Chinese Republic Period Commercial Advertising Poster of Xiangmao White Honey Soap (祥茂白蜜肥皂), Featuring A Classical Chinese Literary Scene Inspired By “The Romance of the Western Chamber” (西廂記), the Celebrated Yuan Dynasty Drama Written By Wang Shifu. Printed By Sanyi Printing Company (三一印刷公司), Shanghai, with the Original Printer’s Inscription Along the Lower Margin Reading “上海昆明路七九七號三一印刷公司承印” (Printed By Sanyi Printing Company, No. 797 Kunming Road, Shanghai).

This Exquisite and Historically Fascinating Composition Depicts Three Elegantly Dressed Figures in A Traditional Chinese Garden, Surrounded By Ornamental Scholar’s Rocks, Flowering Branches, Graceful Willow Trees, and Classical Architecture. The Figures are Cui Yingying (崔鶯鶯), Her Maid Hongniang (紅娘), and the Scholar Zhang Sheng (張生), the Central Romantic Figures of “The Romance of the Western Chamber” (西廂記). They are Beautifully Rendered in Elaborate Traditional Costumes, with Delicate Facial Expressions, Flowing Silk Garments, and Intricate Floral Details. A Sophisticated Palette of Soft Rose Pink, Turquoise Blue, Jade Green, Golden Yellow, and Rich Vermilion Creates a Harmonious and Romantic Atmosphere. Vertical Chinese Calligraphy Referencing “The Romance of the Western Chamber” (西廂記) Enhances the Composition’s Literary and Cultural Significance. The Poster Shows Toning, Creasing, Surface Wear, and Small Areas of Paper Loss Consistent with Age. Professionally Presented in the Modern Replacement Frame, Overall in Acceptable Antique Condition.

Title: “Xiangmao White Honey Soap (祥茂白蜜肥皂) – The Romance of the Western Chamber (西廂記)”

Time Period: Circa 1928–1936

Medium: Color-Printed Advertising Poster on Paper

Printer: Sanyi Printing Company (三一印刷公司), No. 797 Kunming Road, Shanghai

Condition: Overall in Acceptable Antique Condition

Frame Size: 36-1/2” By 26-1/2”

Sight Size: 29-3/4” By 19-3/4”

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