- 843
Gu Dexin
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- Gu Dexin
- B08, B29 & B47 (three works)
- (iii) executed in 1983
- oil on canvas
(i),(ii) signed in Chinese, titled in English and dated 1984 on the reverse
Provenance
Chinese Century Gallery, Paris
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
China, Beijing, Ullens Center for Contemporary Art, '85 New Wave. The Birth of Chinese Contemporary Art, 5 November, 2007 - 17 February, 2008
(ii) China, Beijing, Ullens Center for Contemporary Art, Gu Dexin: The Important Thing is Not the Meat, March 25 - May 27, 2012
(ii) China, Beijing, Ullens Center for Contemporary Art, Gu Dexin: The Important Thing is Not the Meat, March 25 - May 27, 2012
Condition
These works are generally in fair condition. (i) has small areas of discoloration, (ii) has an area of discoloration and a small dent on the lower left corner. There is a tear measuring approx. 4.5 cm., which has been visibly repaired. (iii) has a small area of discoloration a long its top right edge. Please note that these works were not examined under ultraviolet light and restoration may be needed.
"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."