Xu Bing

signed in Pinyin, titled in English and dated 2000, framed

Private Collection, Asia
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 7 April, 2007, lot 95

This work is generally in good condition. Please note that it was not examined under ultraviolet light and out of its frame.
"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."

Note:
Calligraphy by Xu Bing, April Two Thousand (Calligraphy by Xu Bing, April Two Thousand)
In the service of the people
New content also become something revolutionary
Old forms remoulded and infused with
Past but in our hands these
Literary and artistic forms of the
Nor do we refuse to utilize the
Serve the masses of the people
But the aim must still be to
Past ages in China and foreign countries
Art that have been handed down from
And the good traditions in literature and
We should take over the rich legacy
"Talks at the Yenan Form on Literature and Art"
Quotation from Mao Tse Tung