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Cheung Yee (Zhang Yi)
Estimate
120,000 - 160,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Cheung Yee (Zhang Yi)
- 011119 Poem
- cast paper on wood
- 122 by 122 cm.; 48 by 48 in.
signed in English (lower right), titled in Chinese (lower middle), and dated 011119 (lower left)
Exhibited
Hong Kong, Exchange Square, The Rotunda, and iPreciation. The Art of Cheung Yee, August 2008
Taiwan, Jeff Hsu's Art. The Art of Cheung Yee, March 2005
Singapore, iPreciation. The Art of Cheung Yee, 2002
Taiwan, Jeff Hsu's Art. The Art of Cheung Yee, March 2005
Singapore, iPreciation. The Art of Cheung Yee, 2002
Condition
The work is in very good overall condition.
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"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
Cheung Yee is a representative figure in the history of Hong Kong's modern art. His sculptures brought the exploration of new medium into a new realm. He is adept at achieving canonicity amidst variations and transformations amidst constants through substitutions of both materials and themes. In this manner, Cheung Yee has been able to frequently generate a new look for his art, making valuable contributions to Hong Kong art. His early works include sculptures using metal, wood, stone and tortoise shell. Starting 1960s, Cheung Yee began developed deep interest in "cast paper" techniques along with further delving into Chinese elements. "Cast paper" involves the making of a lead mould by means of a wooden relief, over which self-made paper pulp is pressed, followed by a covering of fiberglass. When air-dried and uncovered, the result is an extraordinary paper relief. Cheung Yee's inspiration in this new genre was aided by his liking for and studies in ancient Chinese papermaking and printing.