Zhu Dequn (Chu Teh-Chun)

Galerie Lelong, Paris
Acquis auprès de celle-ci par le propriétaire actuel

The work is in very good condition. It is on its original canvas. There are some craquelures visible, mostly to the thick beige impastos in the upper half of the composition. Under UV light, there is no evidence of any retouching.
"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."

signed; signed, dated and titled on the back; oil on canvas. Executed in 1961.

Chu Teh-Chun est le peintre de ce qui bouge, de ce qui s'affronte, de ce qui se mêle, il prolonge les halètements du temps et parfois même les précède ; il enfle les rythmes, les bouscule, les contrarie, les balafre de signes comme des pistes traversant l'espace  aux douces aurores brumeuses, ou dans les flamboiements du couchant.
(Pierre Cabane, ou la « récapitulation du paysage », in  Chu Teh-Chun, Galerie Enrico Navarra, 1997)