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Mai Trung Thu
Estimate
240,000 - 280,000 HKD
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Description
- Mai Trung Thu
- Jeune Fille Hmong (A Young Hmong Girl)
- SIGNED LOWER RIGHT
- OIL ON CANVAS
- 100 BY 67 CM.; 39 1/4 BY 26 1/4 IN.
- EXECUTED CIRCA 1930s
Literature
André-Pallois, Nadine et al, Paris, Hanoï- Saigon: l'Aventure de l'Art Moderne au Viet Nam, Exhibition Catalogue, Pavillion des Arts, Paris Museés, Paris, France: 1998, p. 64, colourplate 34
Condition
The painting is in good condition, as is the canvas, which has been relined and is clear and taut. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a few spots of retouching on the face of the figure, a few minor spots on the upper middle and lower right (green background), the white area of the fan like sleeve, as well as on the white cloth flowing from the figure's head piece. These are visible only under UV light. There are some minor craquelures on areas with thicker paint but the layers are well-preserved and in stable condition. The colour of the actual painting is warmer and more pink-tinted in reality than in the catalogue illustration.
"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."