居廉 (1828-1904)

設色紙本 扇面一對 鏡框 一八八九年作

款識：
〈絡緯〉
涼雨新晴，炎蒸稍退，晚間散步葫蘆岡上，得草花一種，狀類荳花。鳳笙折歸，供之膽瓶，頗有逸趣，因出扇頭索寫，爰握管塗成以博一粲。己丑八月。居廉作于南雪祠。
〈蟲鳴〉
己丑秋為鳳笙仁兄有道鑒正。居廉。

鈐印：「居廉」、「古泉」、「古泉」。

藏印：「黎榮樂藏」（兩鈐）、「樂在其中」（兩鈐）。

Light foxing and signs of paper loss can be found on both leaves, with which two characters in one inscription is affected, and these can be improved by restoration. Otherwise, generally in 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.
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."

註：上款「鳳笙」應為居氏之好友，甚愛其畫，歷年所積有數百幀。一九〇〇年七夕，古泉為其繪瓜果五十種，按季節排列，製成長卷，堪稱傑構。