David Wu Ject-Key

A: dated 40.11.9; 40.11.30 - 12.7 on the reverse
B: signed in pinyin and Chinese and stamped with the artist's seal; dated 40.5.11 on the reverse

Important Private American Collection

A: This work is overall in good condition. The canvas is relined with wax adhesive. There are slight wears along the borders. There is no evidence of restoration under UV light. B: This work is overall in good condition. The canvas is relined with wax adhesive. There are slight wears along the borders. There are very slight creases across the surface under close examination. There is no evidence of restoration under UV light.
"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."

"When painting a model the action of body is very important, even though the model stands still there must be a feeling of movement through the figure, or the pose will look stiff and artificial If the model stands on the right leg, so the corresponding hip is higher than the left one; have the left shoulder higher than the right, the contrast in the two movements will give a feeling of action. Having the model look straight ahead stiffens the whole pose, unless the shoulders are turned in opposition to the head. When posing the model, pay special attention to the hands; they can help or impair the movements of the figure."

D. Wu Ject-Key, The Figure in Painting, The Artist Magazine, December Issue, 1958