- 535
Ai Weiwei
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Ai Weiwei
- Ruyi 6
- porcelain
- 6 1/2 by 32 by 10 in. 16.5 by 81.3 by 25.4 cm.
- Executed in 2006.
Provenance
Galerie Urs Meile, Beijing
Private Collection
Private Collection
Condition
This work is in good and sound condition overall. The veneer presents scattered fine craquelure throughout. There are scattered cracks that appear to be inherent to the work and to the artist's working method. There is a repaired crack near the center section. There is a 1/2 inch loss on one of the far sides in the yellow area. There is a possible loss located on one of the sides of the lungs.
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.
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.