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Zhang Daqian (1899-1983)
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Zhang Daqian (1899-1983)
- A Scholar By a Riverbank
- hanging scroll, ink and color on paper
signed on the upper left Zhang Yuan, dated wuzi (in accordance with 1948), the twelfth lunar month, inscribed, with a dedication, and two seals of the artist
Condition
In good condition overall with faint abrasions to the surface on the bottom.
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.
Catalogue Note
Compare a scroll also dated to the wuzi year (in accordance with 1948) and depicting two figures in a mountainous landscape, sold in these rooms, 8th December 1987, lot 171. Another hanging scroll dated dinghai (in accordance with 1947) depicting a similar subject featuring a river and mountain was sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 5th May 1994, lot 985.