- 5111
Sha Qi
Estimate
160,000 - 200,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sha Qi
- Watermelons
- signed in Chinese and dated 1986
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Private Asian Collection
Private Asian Collection
Exhibited
Taipei, Caves Art Center, The First Ray of Sunshine: The Development of Chinese Oil Painting, 1996
Literature
SADJI, Caves Gallery, Taipei, 2010, p. 18
Condition
This work is in good condition. There is some stable craquelure along the four edges but predominantly across the upper part. There is a small paint loss 0.5 cm in length, 15 cm from the top and 24 cm from the left. Approximately 19 centimeters from the left edge, and 22 centimeters from the top edge is a minor abrasion. There is some brown accretion on the left and right edges. A survey under UV light did not reveal any restoration.
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"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."