Sa Zhenbing (Chinese, 1859-1952)Scroll couplet, Autumn 1936Hanging scrolls, ink on paper64-1/4 x 15-7/8 inches (163.2 x 40.3 cm) (works, each)76 x 18-1/4 inches (193.0 x 46.4 cm) (overall, each)Signed and dated, with two seals of the artistTHE CHENN FAMILY COLLECTION OF CHINESE PAINTING AND CALLIGRAPHYPROVENANCE: Chen Guoxiang (1879-1919); Chen Guan (1895-1990) and Zheng Ying (1898-1990), by descent from the above; Chenn Family, by descent from the above. TRANSLATION:As long as you understand the truth,Your mind remains peaceful.But if you pursue perfection,You might find your goal hard to achieve.