- 1368
Xu Gu (1824-1896)
Estimate
2,000,000 - 3,000,000 HKD
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Description
- Xu Gu
- SQUIRRELS
- ink and colour on paper, framed
signed XU GU, dated jia wu, 1894, summer, and with two seals of the artist
Provenance
Previously in the collection of Zhang Bihan
Previously in the collection of Shedezhai
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Fine Modern and Contemporary Chinese Paintings, May 1988, Lot 88
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Fine Chinese Paintings, April 2001, Lot 102
Previously in the collection of Shedezhai
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Fine Modern and Contemporary Chinese Paintings, May 1988, Lot 88
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Fine Chinese Paintings, April 2001, Lot 102
Literature
Refer to Chinese text
Condition
-Foxy could be found on the painting, which could be improved by restoration, as seen in the illustration. Otherwise, generally in good condition.
"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."