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QI BAISHI (1863-1957) BRANCH OF FRUITING POMEGRANATE
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- paper
ink and colour on paper, framed
signed and with a seal of the artist
signed and with a seal of the artist
Provenance
From a French Private Collection, acquired at the Contemporary Chinese Paintings Exhibition, Tananarive, Madagascar, 1953.
Christie's Paris, 12th June 2012, lot 175.
Christie's Paris, 12th June 2012, lot 175.
Condition
It is not possible to inspect the painting out of its frame: The painting has possibly been reduced and re-mounted. There are some creasing as a result of it. Considerable foxing and stained spotting throughout.
"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."