What is described as "one of the! most interesting exhibitions of/ paintings likely to be given the Peking Institute of Fine Arts this season" possesses a. special attraction for Shanghai, the pictures being by Mr. R. W. Paulden who was formerly stationed here. Tt consists, we learn from tha Peking papers, of about 50 oil and water colours, and those who have attended the exhibition have referred in the most appreciative manner to them. Referring to a private exhibition given a week ago the "Far Eastern Times"
Says Judging by the enthusiasm shown by those present, the exhibition is sure of success, for the pictures elicited very favourable comment from the several Peking artists who were present and who confirmed the approval of less gifted onlookers. The work shows real ability, both in technique and in catching' atmosphere. The window design for the Kailan Mining Administration's building in Tientsin deserves special mention for the' very vivid impression of Industry in several activities. Two or three pictures in subdued tints attract by their effective restraint.
A number of the pictures are known im Shanghai, having been exhibited in the Country Club in November, 1920. The others. consist of paintings. made in the Philippine Istands, Java; Hongkong and Peking.
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