- 909
Lee Man Fong 1913-1988
Estimate
450,000 - 650,000 HKD
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Description
- Lee Man Fong
- Doves
- signed in Chinese, with a seal of the artist middle right
- oil on masonite board
- 82 by 122cm.; 32ΒΌ by 48in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Indonesia
Condition
The painting is in good condition, as is the board, which is free from cracks or warping.
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals some retouchings on the background (upper right quadrant - part of the gap in between the three intertwined trees), a few scattered spots on the branches (upper right and middle right), leaves (lower right quadrant), as well as some spots on the doves (primarily in the outline and darker areas).
Restoration is visible only under UV light.
Paint layers are intact and in stable condition.
(The painting was examined within its frame)
"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."