- 2716
Ren Yi (1840-1896); Hu Gongshou (1823-1886)
Estimate
180,000 - 220,000 HKD
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Description
- Ren Yi (1840-1896); Hu Gongshou (1823-1886)
- Tea Brewing and Landscape; Birds and Blossoms
- ink and colour on silk, pair of circular fan leaves, framed
signed REN YI, and with a dedication. Signed HU GONGSHOU, dated 1872, titled, with a dedication, and one seal of the artist. The other leaf, signed REN YI, dated 1873, with a dedication, and a total of two seals of the artist
Provenance
Previously in the collection of Jian Youwen
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Fine Chinese Paintings, Apr 1997, Lot 288
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Fine Chinese Paintings, Apr 1997, Lot 288
Condition
-Signs of restoration can be found on the first leaf, where there appears to be fabric loss in the upper middle previously. Scratches can be found on the first leaf. Fabric losses and scratches can be found on the second leaf, 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."