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S. Sudjojono
Estimate
500,000 - 700,000 HKD
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Description
- S. Sudjojono
- Pemain Suling (Flautist)
- Signed, stamped with a monogram of the artist and dated DJK 1959
- Oil on board
- 96.5 by 77 cm.; 38 by 30 1/4 in.
- This work is accompanied with a certificate of authenticity, issued by Museum S. Sudjojono No. 0/MS/SS/99/+-/96
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Private Collection, Indonesia (Indonesian Embassy in Japan)
Private Collection, Indonesia (acquired directly from the above)
Private Collection, Indonesia (Indonesian Embassy in Japan)
Private Collection, Indonesia (acquired directly from the above)
Literature
Amir Sidharta, S. Sudjojono: Visible Soul, Museum S. Sudjojono, Jarkarta, Indonesia, 2006, P. 158
Condition
The work is in good condition overall, as is the canvas, which is clear and sound. Light wear and handling is evident around the edges of the painting inherent to the framing process, but paint layers are well-preserved. Under ultraviolet light inspectiont, there is no sign of restoration. 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."
Catalogue Note
"To him, beauty isn’t just what is visible, but inner beauty matters more. That is the artist’s job to capture and put on canvas. Hence his slogan, “Jiwa Ketok”, visible soul, in which the unseen soul is put in the painting for all to see."
Amir Sidharta, S. Sudjojono -- Visible Soul, Museum S. Sudjojono, Jakarta, Indonesia, 2006, P. 113