- 708
Vu Cao Dam 1908-2000
Estimate
1,000,000 - 1,500,000 HKD
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Description
- Vu Cao Dam
- Conversation D'Élégantes Au Jardin
- signed and dated '39 lower right
- ink and gouache on silk
- 85.5 by 115.5cm.; 33½ by 45¼in.
Provenance
Private Collection of Mr Philip Ng, Singapore
Literature
Visions & Enchantment, Southeast Asian Paintings, Singapore Art Museum, Christie's International Singapore, Singapore, 2000, page 132 and 133, colourplate 34
Condition
The painting is in good condition.
The silk is in good condition with neither runs nor holes except for several imperfections on silk which is part of the execution process.
There is also an imperfection on the silk on the lower right of the painting, with several spots of watermark on lady in lime yellow.
The colours of the catalogue illustration is close to the original painting, expect for it being too yellow and brighter. The colours are a little more subdued in reality.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."