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Cai Jin
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
- Cai Jin
- Banana Plant No. 15
- oil on canvas
signed in Pinyin and dated 1992.11.; signed and titled in Chinese and dated 1992.11 on the reverse
Provenance
Mythos Dynasty Collection
Exhibited
China, Hong Kong Arts Centre; Australia, Sydney, Museum of Contemporary Art; Melbourne Arts Festival; Canada, Vancouver Art Gallery; USA, Eugene, University of Oregon Art Museum; Fort Wayne Museum of Art; Kansas, Salina Art Center; Chicago Cultural Center; San Jose Museum of Art, China's New Art, Post-1989, 1993-1997, p. 166
Condition
The work is generally in good condition. The work is linked by two canvases, and the joint may be visible from the upper half of the painting. There is minor accretion on the black background and gentle wear and tear may be evident near the edges. Series of craquelures may be visible near the four corners upon close exmination. Please note that it was not examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."