Lot 348
  • 348

LIU KANG | Riverscene

Estimate
160,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description

  • Liu Kang
  • Riverscene
  • signed in Chinese and dated 1948
  • oil on canvas mounted on board
  • 40 by 48.5 cm; 15 3/4  by 19 in.

Provenance

Private Collection, Singapore

Condition

This work is in good overall condition as viewed. There is evidence of light wear along the edges of the work due to abrasions with the frame, but this does not affect the overall work as it is covered by the frame itself. There is some light craquelure to the paint, mostly at darker pigments, but these are stable and consistent with the age of the work. Upon close inspection, a small area of restoration is visible at the bottom left corner. All other inconsistencies are due to the artist's working method. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals an area of restoration at the bottom right corner. Framed.
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.
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