- 656
Chu Teh-Chun (Zhu Dequn)
Estimate
1,800,000 - 2,400,000 HKD
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Description
- Chu Teh-Chun
- Thernis Lumières
- oil on canvas
signed in pinyin and Chinese and dated 90 (lower right)
Executed in 1990
Executed in 1990
Provenance
Private Asian Collection (acquired directly from the artist)
Exhibited
Tokyo, The Ueno Royal Museum, Solo Exhibition of Chu Teh-Chun, June - July, 2007
Literature
Abstract China, Taipei, 2005, Sylvie Chen Art Gallery, p.133
Solo Exhibition of Chu Teh-Chun, Taiwan, 2007, Thin Chang Corporation, p. 240
Solo Exhibition of Chu Teh-Chun, Taiwan, 2007, Thin Chang Corporation, p. 240
Condition
There is a vertical scratch (approximately 2.5 cm) at the lower right and a circular spot of mould (approximately 0.5 cm) at the upper right. This painting is in satisfactory visual 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
Chu Teh-Chun's creations from the 1990s are characterized by vivid and vibrant colours; they also emphasise the source of light that embody life's energies, and Thernis Lumières is representative of this. Although from 1955 onward Chu adopted abstract styles in his drawing, he makes no attempt to conceal his admiration for Rembrandt van Rijn, whose works are distinguished by their dramatic use of light and absolute attention to details, never too much or too little. Chu once said "light in Rembrandt's paintings make them deeper, more powerful and stronger". Chu internalized this inspiration for his own creativity, applying different tones of blue as background while creating an orange-yellow ray of light that sheds warmth and brings hope. Not one hasty brushstroke can be found on this painting. Through the juxtaposition of points, lines and colour grids, the unpredictability of the natural flow of air—accelerating or decelerating at any moment—is captured.