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Zao Wou-ki
Estimate
600,000 - 800,000 GBP
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Description
- Zao Wou-Ki
- 10.01.91
- signed in Pinyin and Chinese; signed in Pinyin, titled and dated 10.01.91 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 130 by 162cm.
- 51 1/8 by 63 3/4 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner
Exhibited
Shanghai, Museum of Art; Beijing, Palace of Fine Arts; Guangzhou, Palace of Fine Arts, Zao Wou-Ki: 60 ans de peintures (1935-1998), 1998-99, p. 224, no. 82, illustrated in colour and in detail in colour on the cover
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly more orange towards the top half in the original, and the three small areas of green paint along the bottom edge appear more vibrant in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Close inspection reveals small networks of very stable and hairline drying cracks towards the top centre of the right edge. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a very small spot of retouching towards the centre of the top edge.
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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."