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Lee Man Fong
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- Lee Man Fong
- Rooster and Hen
- Signed and inscribed June 1977 Singapore in Chinese and stamped with a seal of the artist
- Oil on masonite board
- 121.5 by 60.5 cm.; 47 3/4 by 23 3/4 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
The work is in good condition overall, as is the board, which is free from cracks or warping. Indication of minor wear and handling are found along the margins of the painting, which is consistent with the age of the work and is apparent only under ultraviolet light. Upon examination under ultraviolet light, pin-sized spots of restoration are scattered, mainly around the cockerel and the right register of the painting. Along with brown spots of media accretion found on the upper left and middle back ground. Framed.
"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."