Lot 998
  • 998

Zheng Zaidong (Cheng Tsai-Tung)

Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description

  • Zheng Zaidong (Cheng Tsai-Tung)
  • Qingtan Peak (Set of Two)
  • oil on canvas
titled in Chinese, framed

Condition

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."

Catalogue Note

The Chinese inscription may be translated as follows:

The Sweet Olive falling as all human noises died out,
Silent night hugs solitary mountains stretching about,
The moon woke up but startled the birds sleeping here,
So their twitter echoes between spring gully and mere.

- In ravine birds chirping  Wang Wei

The actual rock that inspired this work is to be offered for sale by Sotheby's as part of the sale: Tao: The Jiansongge Collection (Lot 2723).  Named Pinnacle of Verdant Clouds, it is a 'Ying' limestone rock dating to the Ming / Qing dynasties.