Part of a horizontal scroll, ink and polychrome on paper depicting three figures, probably disciples of Confucius, conversing around a calligraphic scroll held by two of the protagonists. The illustration is accompanied by calligraphic texts recalling their name, appellation, province of origin and posthumous distinction, followed by a eulogy in eight verses. Most probably part of a copy of an ancient scroll painted in the Tang style. China, Qing period. Framed in glass. 32 x 45 cm (traces of folding and old restorations)