Zao Wou-Ki

Acquis directement auprès de l'artiste et transmis par descendance au propriétaire actuel

Jean Leymarie, Zao Wou-Ki, 1978, Hier et demain, pp.216-217, no.166, illustré en couleurs
Jean Leymarie, Zao Wou-Ki, 1979, pp.216-217, no.166, illustré en couleurs
Jean Leymarie, Zao Wou-Ki, 1986, Poligrafa/Cercle d'Art, pp.216-217, no.166, illustré en couleurs

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the yellow colour from the left part of the original work tends to green in the illustration. The latter also does not convey the texture and relief of the impasto especially in the black areas. Please refer to the internet site for a better picture. An area of hairline stabilized craquelures (approx. 10 cm x 20 cm) is located at 70 cm from the left edge and 60 cm from the upper edge. Under UV light, 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.
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."

« L’œuvre de Zao Wou-Ki reste inépuisablement ouverte dans sa splendeur physique et sa plénitude spirituelle. Elle assume avec un élan de plus en plus libre la symbiose totale entre l’Occident et l’Orient, entre l’énergie et la contemplation. »
(Jean Leymarie, Zao Wou-Ki, Paris, 1986)