Chu Teh-Chun (Zhu Dequn)

Collection particulière, Paris (acquis directement auprès de l'artiste)

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the blue colour is deeper and less purple in the original work. The work is executed on its original canvas and is not relined. A pinhead size paint loss only visible under very close inspection is located at 10 cm from the left edge and 43 cm from the upper edge. Under UV light inspection, there is no evidence of any retouching. This work is in excellent condition.
"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.
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"Ni ciel, ni terre, ni lointain, ni proches confins, la perspective aussi disparaît engloutie dans ce qui n'est qu'éblouissement de couleurs."
(Pierre Cabanne, Chu Teh-Chun, Oeuvres récentes, Paris, 1998, p.12)