Lot 569
  • 569

A SET OF THREE CHINESE SCHOOL PAINTINGS ON PAPER QING DYNASTY, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • height of largest 55 in.; width 40 1/4 in.
  • 139.8 cm; 102.3 cm
watercolor on paper, framed
each depicting figures at various pursuits in garden and terrace settings, with modern stained bamboo and gilt frames.

Condition

All three afre framed and stabilised with numerous tears. The are areas of loss along the tears, and some have been overpainted. There are areas of touch-up and restoration and larger areas that are patched and overpainted.
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.