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WEN ZHENMING (1470-1559) BAMBOO AND ROCKS
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
ink on paper, hanging scroll
Signed Zhengming, dated xinchou year 1541, inscribed with poem and description of the circumstances of the painting's creation, with two seals of the artist, and seven collectors' seals
Signed Zhengming, dated xinchou year 1541, inscribed with poem and description of the circumstances of the painting's creation, with two seals of the artist, and seven collectors' seals
Literature
Cheng Te-K'un, Painting as a Recreation in China, some Hsi-pi Paintings in the Mu-fei Collection, Hong Kong, 1973, no.2, pl.2
Condition
- Fair overall condition.
- Light rubbing and wear with associated restoration predominantly to the upper sky area.
- Horizontal crease to the middle with associated areas of retouching.
- Colour of the painting of a slightly cooler greyish tone than illustration.
"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."