Asian Arts Society in the Netherlands and Rijksmuseum co-acquire Chinese masterpiece
(Artdaily.org)

The Rijksmuseum and the Asian Arts Society in the Netherlands (VVAK) have joined forces to acquire a rare 15th-century painting by the Chinese artist Ye Shuangshi. Silver Pheasants under Spring Blossoms represents the very pinnacle of Chinese painting, and its acquisition is the highlight of this year’s centenary celebrations for the VVAK, whose collection is housed in the Rijksmuseum. To mark the 100th anniversary of the VVAK’s foundation, an exhibition will be held in the Rijksmuseum’s Asian Pavilion featuring the most outstanding objects in its collection. On 23 June the VVAK will hold a symposium on the art of collecting. Register for the symposium at www.vvak.nl. Silver Pheasants under Spring Blossoms is an extremely rare 15th century