Lot 614
  • 614

Hua Yan 1682-1756

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • Hua Yan
  • SPIRITUAL ABODE ON A HILL LACED WITH STREAMS
  • ink and color on silk, hanging scroll
signed Xinluo Shanren, inscribed, and with one seal of the artist, hua yan

Condition

- Overall in good condition except that some patches of foxings can be spotted mainly on the top part of the painting. - One small patch of paper loss right under the seal measuring 1 x 0.6 cm as can be seen on the illustration. - One minor horizontal crease at the bottom half of the painting.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

Artist's inscription:
In a single room, solitary and quiet. A single guest, always unoccupied. Above the white clouds, amidst the azure sky. Xinluo Shanren.