Lot 725
  • 725

YI LIDONG (1857-1940) CALLIGRAPHY COUPLET IN LISHU, 1924

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ink on paper
ink on paper, a pair of hanging scrolls, signed Yi Lidong, dated to the jiazi year (1924), with a dedication and one seal of the artist

Condition

There are a few creases to both. There is a scratch mark of approx. 4 cm below the seal on the left verse. There are a few other scratch marks to the other verse, the longest of approx. 3 cm.
"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."