- 731
Liu Rentao
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Liu Rentao
- Listless
- oil on canvas
signed in Chinese and dated 1996.7
Provenance
The Farber Collection, USA
Phillips de Pury & Company, London, 13 October, 2007, lot 542
Phillips de Pury & Company, London, 13 October, 2007, lot 542
Exhibited
UK, Manchester, Chinese Arts Centre, Representing the People, 1998, p. 97
Literature
Visual Production, Vol.1/2008, Li-Space, Beijing, China, p. 51
Condition
This work is generally in good condition. There are minor wear and handling marks around the edges. There is a paint loss in the center on the figure's white shirt, measuring around 1 cm in diameter, and on the lower right edge. Please note that it was not examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."
"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."