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Lee Man Fong
Estimate
300,000 - 500,000 HKD
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Description
- Lee Man Fong
- Doves
- Signed, stamped with two seals of the artist and dated 1945
- Oil on masonite board
- 121 by 59 cm.; 47 1/2 by 23 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist in the 50s.
Condition
The work is in good condition overall, as is the board, which is free from warping. There is light wear and handling around the edges of the painting, along with indication of a hairline abrasion near the bottom (dark brown paint), measuring approximately 8 inches long. Under ultraviolet light inspection reveals pin-sized spots of restoration located on the upper left corner, middle of the right border and a network of restoration on the upper left register near the artist's signature. Framed.
"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."