- 1120
Xu Gu (1824-1896); Yang Xian (1819-1896)
Estimate
350,000 - 500,000 HKD
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Description
- Xu Gu (1824-1896); Yang Xian (1819-1896)
- GOLDFISH IN THE SPRING POND; CALLIGRAPHY
- ink and colour on paper, folding fan
signed XU GU, titled, with a dedication, and two seals of the artist. The reverse, calligraphy in Lishu by Yang Xian
Exhibited
EXHIBITED & ILLUSTRATED
Refer to Chinese text
Refer to Chinese text
Condition
-Signs of paper loss at the right top section of the painting side, which affects two characters of inscription, and can be improved by restoration.
"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."
"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."