- 1172
Fu Baoshi 1904-1965
Estimate
700,000 - 900,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Fu Baoshi
- OLD MAN UNDER THE PINE TREE
- ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll
signed FU BAOSHI, dated yi you, 1945, with a dedication, and three seals of the artist
Provenance
From the collection of Mr. R.I.C. Herridge
Exhibited
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Art Gallery, Modern Chinese Painting and Calligraphy from the Collection of the Kau Chi Society of Chinese Art, August 29 to October 4, 1987
Literature
Modern Chinese Painting and Calligraphy from the Collection of the Kau Chi Society of Chinese Art, Art Gallery, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, July 1987, pl. 94
The Chronicle of Fu Baoshi's Life, Ye Zonggao ed., Shanghai Classics Publishing House, September 2004, p. 95
Condition
- Generally in very 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."
"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."