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A Chinese Blue and White Dragon and Waves Vase H: 41cm; W: 20cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Turquoise Ground and Famille Rose Vase with Double Handles H: 31cm; W: 21cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Ewer H: 26cm; W: 18cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Copper Red Dragon Vase Yuhuchunping H: 30cm; W: 16.5cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Washer H: 12cm; W: 16.5cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Underglaze Blue and Copper Red Vase Meiping H: 60cm; W: 33cm. Yuan dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Underglaze Blue and Iron Red Vase Meiping H: 34cm; W: 20cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Celadon Glaze Dragon Jar H: 33cm; W: 334cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Dish D: 45.5cm; H: 7.5cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Bowl H: 10.5cm; D: 22.5cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Sky Blue Glaze Dragon Zun Vase H: 52cm; W: 22cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Su Shi 72 x 38cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Ma Yuan 33 x 200cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Falangcai Glaze Landscape Vase H: 36cm; W: 20cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Ni Zan 90 x 36cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Su Shi 122 x 27cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Calligraphy By Su Shi 113 x 54cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Tang Yin 84 x 52cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Shen Quan 130 x 65cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Dong Qichang 34 x 210cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Calligraphy By Su Shi 118 x 50cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Famille Verte Lotus Pond Jar with Cover H: 50cm; W: 42cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Fan Kuan 126 x 66cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Painting By Huang Jucai 140 x 64cm. Five dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Calligraphy By Huang Tingjian 108 x 48cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Fan Kuan 212 x 34cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Dong Yuan 205 x 33cm. Five dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
Four Pages of Chinese Scroll Painting By Zheng Banqiao 136 x 33cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Jing Hao 34 x 210cm. Five dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Lan Ying 110 x 36cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Jae H: 30cm; W: 34cm. Yuan dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.

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