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Zhang Daqian (Chang Dai-chien, 1899-1983)
Estimate
1,800,000 - 2,500,000 HKD
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Description
- Zhang Daqian (Chang Dai-chien, 1899-1983)
- ADMIRING THE PINE TREE
- ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll, 1958
with three seals of the artist
Inscription:
The xuan paper of the Southern Dynasties was like a child’s skin. It was already hard to come by in the Northern Song. This piece of paper shows the mingling of water and ink well. Isn’t it a worthy rival? It is a pity that I could not do this in the baimiao (outlined) style because of my defective eyes. Seventh lunar month of the wuxu year, Yuan.
Inscription:
The xuan paper of the Southern Dynasties was like a child’s skin. It was already hard to come by in the Northern Song. This piece of paper shows the mingling of water and ink well. Isn’t it a worthy rival? It is a pity that I could not do this in the baimiao (outlined) style because of my defective eyes. Seventh lunar month of the wuxu year, Yuan.
Exhibited
Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Art Gallery, The Mei Yun Tang
Collection of Paintings by Chang Dai-chien, 17 April-23 May 1993
Japan, Tokyo, Shoto Museum of Art, The Mei Yun Tang Collection of Paintings by Chang
Dai-chien, 5 April-21 May 1995
Collection of Paintings by Chang Dai-chien, 17 April-23 May 1993
Japan, Tokyo, Shoto Museum of Art, The Mei Yun Tang Collection of Paintings by Chang
Dai-chien, 5 April-21 May 1995
Literature
Chinese Paintings with the Original Paintings & Discourses on Chinese Art By Professor Chang Dai-chien, edited by Kao Ling-mei, East Art Co., Hong Kong, February 1961, p. 91
The Mei Yun Tang Collection of Paintings by Chang Dai-chien, edited by Kao Mayching, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Art Gallery, Hong Kong, 1993, pl. 26
The Mei Yun Tang Collection of Paintings by Chang Dai-chien, Shoto Museum of Art,
Japan, 1995, pl. 25
The Mei Yun Tang Collection of Paintings by Chang Dai-chien, edited by Kao Mayching, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Art Gallery, Hong Kong, 1993, pl. 26
The Mei Yun Tang Collection of Paintings by Chang Dai-chien, Shoto Museum of Art,
Japan, 1995, pl. 25
Condition
- Light foxy and mild wrinkling could be found on the painting, otherwise, generally in good condition.
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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."