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LI SHAN (17TH-18TH CENTURY) DUCK
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll
Signed Futang Ao Daoren Li Shan , dated 17th year of the Qianlong era, 1753, and one seal of the artist
Signed Futang Ao Daoren Li Shan , dated 17th year of the Qianlong era, 1753, and one seal of the artist
Literature
Ch'eng Hsi, A Study of some Ming and Ch'ing Paintings in the Mu-Fei Collection, Hong Kong, 1965, p.52
Condition
- Overall fair condition for age.
- Minor areas of retouching and wear, in particular to the edges.
- Horizontal and vertical creasing and cracking.
- Colour is of a slightly cooler tone than in the 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.