- 12
Zhang Xiaogang B. 1958
Estimate
10,000,000 - 15,000,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Zhang Xiaogang
- Bloodline: Brother and Sister
- oil on canvas
- 130 by 100cm.; 51 1/8 by 39 3/8 in.
signed in Chinese and pinyin and dated 1996, framed
Literature
Umbilical Cord of History: Paintings by Zhang Xiaogang, Hanart TZ Gallery and Gallerie Enrico Navarra, 2004, p.98.
Condition
Scattered areas of paint loss across the girl's forehead, right eye and right side of her face, which have been professionally restored. Further minor patches of paint loss to the boy's tie and right shoulder, also treated. Area of dirt staining to the boy's shirt to the left of his tie. The canvas on the bottom left corner slightly waved. Otherwise 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."
"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."