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Zhang He (17th century), Dong Qichang 1555-1636
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Zhang He (17th century), Dong Qichang 1555-1636
- MIGRATORY BIRD
- ink on gold paper, folding fan
signed Zhang Fengyi, dated renxu (1622), the ninth lunar month, with a dedication, and two seals of the artist, zhang he, feng yi. Inscription by Jin Junming (1602-1675), signed Jin Junming, with a dedication, and three seals, yun shang, jun ming, xiao zhang. The reverse, poem in running script by Dong Qichang, signed Qichang, with a dedication, and one seal of the artist, dong qi chang
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Modern Chinese Paintings, April 29, 1996, Lot 4
Condition
-Golden color of the paper faded, and paper darkeneddue to age
-Moderate ink and paper losses along the fold lines of the fan
-Two ivory washers were taken off due to government regulations prohibiting the sale of ivory, so the fan is not as tight as before. We recommend to have new washers installed as soon as possible to protect the fan.
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.
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.