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Dong Qichang 1555-1636
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Dong Qichang
- CALLIGRAPHY IN RUNNING SCRIPT
- ink on paper, handscroll
signed Dong Qichang, with three seals of the artist, xuan shang zhai, tai shi shi, dong shi xuan zai. Colophon by Gu Chun (1765-1832), signed Chun, with three seals, gu chun zhi yin, xiao lai shi zhi jun, and one other (illegible); Bai Rong (1769-1842), signed Luhe Bai Rong, with one seal, rong; Chen Yongguang (1768-1835), signed Jiangxi Xincheng Chen Yongguang, with one seal, chen yong guang yin. With two other collectors' seals, qiao song mi wan, and one other (illegible)
Provenance
Christie's New York, June 5th, 1985, Fine Chinese Paintings, Lot 28
Condition
-paper has darkened due to age
-minor foxing spots, smudges of dirt and repairs for paper loss and worm holes
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.