Lot 755
  • 755

CANTON SCHOOL | The Sword Test

Estimate
40,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description

  • The Sword Test
  • watercolour on paper 
  • 41.3 by 54.7 cm; 16 ¼ by 21 ½ in.
executed circa 1785

Provenance

Collection of John Roberts of Canton, Director of the East India Company, circa 1785
Acquired directly from the above by Payne and Foss, London, in 1808
Acquired directly from the above by Watson-Taylor of Erlestoke Park, Wiltshire, in 1832
Needham's Antiques, New York
Acquired directly from the above by a private American collector in 1966
Private Asian Collection

Condition

Not examined out of its frame, the work is overall in very good 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.
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Catalogue Note

This work is accompanied by a copy of the acquisition receipt issued by Needham's Antiques in 1960