Lot 172
  • 172

Shen Shaomin

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Shen Shaomin
  • Great Wall Renovation - Stage One
  • 7 blueprints: each signed in Chinese, dated 200508 and numbered 4/5
    2 books: each signed in Chinese and English and numbered 4/5
    chromogenic print: signed and titled in Chinese, dated 2005 and numbered 4/5

  • mixed media installation

  • Blueprints each: 33 1/2 by 45 1/4 in. 85 by 115 cm. Chromogenic print: 11 3/4 by 48 3/8 in. 30 by 123 cm. Books each: A4 size, 78 pages
7 blueprints bound into a book, each signed in Chinese, dated 200508 and numbered 4/5



Chromogenic print, signed and titled in Chinese, dated 2005 and numbered 4/5



2 books, one each in Chinese and English, signed in Chinese and numbered 4/5

Literature

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, China Onward, Denmark, 2007, p. 261, illustrated in color

Condition

7 blueprints, generally in very good condition. The paper on 3/7 slightly discoloured. The print and 2 books generally in very good 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.