- 639
Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
- Sans titre [Three Works]
- etching with aquatint
A: signed in pinyin and Chinese, dated 86 and number 31/99
executed in 1986, this work is number 31 from an edition of 99.
B: signed in pinyin and Chinese, dated 89 and number 63/99
executed in 1989, this work is number 63 from an edition of 99.
C: signed in pinyin and Chinese, dated 74 and number 67/99
executed in 1974, this work is number 67 from an edition of 99.
executed in 1986, this work is number 31 from an edition of 99.
B: signed in pinyin and Chinese, dated 89 and number 63/99
executed in 1989, this work is number 63 from an edition of 99.
C: signed in pinyin and Chinese, dated 74 and number 67/99
executed in 1974, this work is number 67 from an edition of 99.
Provenance
Private American Collection
Literature
Yves Rivière, ed., Zao Wou-Ki Les estampes 1937 - 1974, Arts et Métiers Graphiques, Paris, 1975, plate 263, p. 144 (C)
Jørgen Ågerup, ed., Zao Wou-Ki: The Graphic Work, A Catalogue Raisonné 1937 - 1995, Edition Heede & Moestrup, Copenhagen, 1995, plate 328, p. 182 (A); plate 342, p. 191 (B); plate 262, p. 148 (C), illustrated in colour
Jørgen Ågerup, ed., Zao Wou-Ki: The Graphic Work, A Catalogue Raisonné 1937 - 1995, Edition Heede & Moestrup, Copenhagen, 1995, plate 328, p. 182 (A); plate 342, p. 191 (B); plate 262, p. 148 (C), illustrated in colour
Condition
The three works are in excellent condition. B: there is evidence of a vertical mark 15 cm in length along the top edge in the centre of the work, presumably inherent to the artistÂ’s working method.
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"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."