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Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
Estimate
60,000 - 100,000 RMB
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Description
- Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
- Randonnées (Rambles)
- signed in Chinese and Pinyin and dated 74 on the frontpiece; signed in Chinese and Pinyin on the colophon
This work is number 78 from an edition of 85 - etchings with aquatint
a book set of five etchings with aquatint
Provenance
Private Chinese Collection
Exhibited
France, Paris, The National Library of France, Zao Wou-Ki estampes et livres illustrés, 3 June - 24 August, 2008 (alternate edition exhibited)
Literature
Yves Rivière, ed., Zao Wou-Ki Les estampes 1937-1974, Arts et Métiers Graphiques, Paris, 1975, plate 258 to 262, pp. 142-143
Jørgen Ågerup, ed., Zao Wou-Ki: The Graphic Work, A Catalogue Raisonné 1937-1995, Edition Heede & Moestrup, Copenhagen, 1995, plate 257 to 261, pp. 146-147
Céline Chicha, Marie Minssieux-Chamonard, Hélène Trespeuch, ed., Zao Wou-Ki estampes et livres illustrés, Bibliothèque nationale de France, Paris, 2008, plate 53, p. 103
Jørgen Ågerup, ed., Zao Wou-Ki: The Graphic Work, A Catalogue Raisonné 1937-1995, Edition Heede & Moestrup, Copenhagen, 1995, plate 257 to 261, pp. 146-147
Céline Chicha, Marie Minssieux-Chamonard, Hélène Trespeuch, ed., Zao Wou-Ki estampes et livres illustrés, Bibliothèque nationale de France, Paris, 2008, plate 53, p. 103
Condition
This set of work is generally in good condition. Light wear to cover and a few leaves with occasional foxing, which is consistent with the age of the work.
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"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."