- 5185
Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description
- Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
- Sans titre
- signed in Pinyin and Chinese and dated 56
- lithograph
executed in 1956, this work is from an edition of 150
Provenance
Private American Collection
Exhibited
Hong Kong, Alisan Fine Arts, Celebrating Zao Wou-Ki, May 12 - June 6, 2009
Literature
Yves Rivière, ed., Zao Wou-Ki Les estampes 1937 - 1974, Arts et Métiers Graphiques, Paris, 1975, plate 103, p. 64
Jørgen Ågerup, ed., Zao Wou-Ki: The Graphic Work, A Catalogue Raisonné 1937 - 1995, Edition Heede & Moestrup, Copenhagen, 1995, plate 100, p. 69, illustrated in colour
Celebrating Zao Wou-Ki, Alisan Fine Arts, Hong Kong, 2009, p. 33, illustrated in colour
Jørgen Ågerup, ed., Zao Wou-Ki: The Graphic Work, A Catalogue Raisonné 1937 - 1995, Edition Heede & Moestrup, Copenhagen, 1995, plate 100, p. 69, illustrated in colour
Celebrating Zao Wou-Ki, Alisan Fine Arts, Hong Kong, 2009, p. 33, illustrated in colour
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of very slight foxing along the lower edge, also the top edge has a slight wrinkle. The top corners, and middle section have each been tenderly repaired, there is faint evidence of paper tear, but only visible upon very close inspection.
"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."