- 1498
Ren Yi (1840-1896)
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ren Yi
- Rooster and Cockscomb
- ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll
signed REN YI, dated 1874, and with one seal of the artist
Provenance
Previously in the Mufei collection of Zheng Dekun
Sotheby's London, The Mu-Fei Collection of Chinese Paintings, Nov 2007, Lot 66
Sotheby's London, The Mu-Fei Collection of Chinese Paintings, Nov 2007, Lot 66
Literature
Refer to Chinese text
Condition
-Signs of restoration can be found throughout the painting, where there appears to be paper loss previously. Paper turns greyish due to age, which can be improved by restoration. Otherwise, generally in fair condition.
"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."