- 1028
Wang Guangyi
Estimate
1,000,000 - 1,500,000 HKD
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Description
- Wang Guangyi
- Mao Zedong OU
- oil on canvas
- executed in 1989
signed in Pinyin, framed
Provenance
Private European Collection
London, Phillips de Pury, 29 June 2008, lot 275
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
London, Phillips de Pury, 29 June 2008, lot 275
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Literature
Wang Guangyi: Works and Thoughts 1985-2012, Skira Editore, Milano, Italy, 2013, p. 80
Condition
This work is in good condition with minor craquelures in line with the age of the work and inherent to the artist's choice of medium. There is a vertical craquelure at the center measuring approximately 20 cm with associated pinpoint paint loss underneath. Two minor abrasion marks are noted near the upper and lower right edge respectively, and a minor horizontal scratch is visible in the lower center portion of the work. No sign of restoration under UV examination.
"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."