Zao Wou-Ki

Galerie Thessa Herold, Paris
Acquis auprès de celle-ci en 1998

Paris, Galerie Thessa Herold, Zao Wou-Ki, Peintures récentes, 19 novembre 1997-17 janvier 1998; catalogue, p.52, illustré en couleurs

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue's illustration although they are brighter and more vivid in the original work. The work is executed on its original canvas, not relined. Under UV light examination, there is no evidence of any retouching. This work is in excellent 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. 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."

«Je vois souvent chez Zao Wou-Ki l’eau et le feu, je vois l’air et la terre: agents de destruction, de métamorphoses, de disséminations, de germinations, mais grandes figures aussi de notre idée de la terre; et dans leurs expansions et leurs plissements je vois même parfois des bribes d’horizon, des entrevisions de végétaux ou de pierre.»
(Yves Bonnefoy, Zao Wou-Ki, in cat. Exp. Paris, Galerie Thessa Herold, 1998)