Qin Shi [Ch’in Shih] (paintings dated 1597-1620)
欽式

“Quiet Stream within Bamboo Groves”
竹裏幽泉図

Hanging scroll, ink and color on gold-flecked paper
172.0 x 48.0 cm. (67 3/4 x 18 7/8 in.)

Inscription:
“Within the bamboo groves flows a quiet stream,
and lotus covers the pond;
The host presents a sash
as that is suitable to both.
Qin Shi of Wujun (Suzhou) did this to celebrate the longevity of Master Bangshi.”

Artist’s seal:
Qin Shi zhiyin