朱銘 太極系列－踢腿 木雕 一九九一年作

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朱銘 91（左下）

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There is evidence of scattered splitting across the surface of the sculpture due to the nature of the medium. This work is in excellent condition overall.
"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."

「氣韻生動的作品，每一塊肌理的流動，都依循著作品內在活力與動感的需要，而呈現出整體造型上最合理、自然的律動，這就是『以裡達表』傳導出生命力的訊息。成功的作品絕不是任意加一塊或減一塊所能造就，它有一個接近本能、獨立單一的生命條件，這才是自然天成。」
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