A Chinese watercolor and ink on silk painting by Xu Ji dating from the 18th century. The painting features insects, flowers, and includes a description and 2 seals. It is mounted and framed. Dimensions are: scroll- 14 inches tall X 9 3/4 inches wide; 35.6 cm tall X 24.8 cm wide. Frame- 20 1/4 inches tall X 14 7/8 inches wide; 51.4 cm tall X 37.8 cm wide. All measurements are approximate. Condition: It has age wear and evident repairs. Provenance: From an estate in Washington, DC. The family lived in Shanghai, China, during the 1930s and 1940s to work for the Standard Oil Company.