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CHINESE SCHOOL 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- GOUACHE ON PAPER
gouache on silk
depicting a pavilion in the foreground, with lattice windows behind columned verandas, inscribed 'You geng lai yi' (fit for a visit by a phoenix), beside a wutong tree, the front with marble steps leading to a bridge leading to bamboo gazebo, the middle ground with further pavilions and temples, rising to a retreat at the top of a hill, in a mountainous landscape
depicting a pavilion in the foreground, with lattice windows behind columned verandas, inscribed 'You geng lai yi' (fit for a visit by a phoenix), beside a wutong tree, the front with marble steps leading to a bridge leading to bamboo gazebo, the middle ground with further pavilions and temples, rising to a retreat at the top of a hill, in a mountainous landscape
Condition
This painting is in fair condition and has numerous vertical and horizontal creases throughout. There are some areas of repair to the upper centre and upper right areas, as well as the lower left ares with some over painting. There is some staining to the surface in the upper left and right areas of the work, but the colours are generally bright throughout.
"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."