Chinese artist Shaohua Nong (b. 1960, Linfen, Shanxi) is offering an original oil on canvas titled "Twain II" (2015) for sale at US$1,300 through the gallery Sojourner in New York. The 25 × 37 inch painting is hand-signed, includes a certificate of authenticity, and is listed on Artsy with a money-back and authenticity guarantee. Nong, a member of the Shanxi Branch of Chinese Artists Association, has exhibited widely in China and internationally, including at Hong Kong ART CENTRAL Art Fair, Shangshang Art Museum in Beijing, and the Nanjing International Art Exhibition.
This listing represents a direct-to-consumer art market transaction on a major online platform, highlighting how digital marketplaces like Artsy are democratizing access to contemporary Chinese artists. The availability of a mid-career artist's work at an accessible price point, complete with provenance and authentication guarantees, reflects broader trends in the art market toward transparency and e-commerce. It also underscores the growing international visibility of Chinese artists working outside the traditional auction house system.