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Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
Estimate
7,000,000 - 10,000,000 RMB
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Description
- Zao Wou-Ki (Zhao Wuji)
- 4.12.88
- oil on canvas
signed in Chinese and Pinyin; signed in Pinyin and dated 4.12.88 on the reverse, framed
Provenance
Private Collection, Asia
This work will be included in the artist's forthcoming catalogue raisonné by Françoise Marquet and Yann Hendgen (Information provided by Foundation Zao Wou-Ki).
Literature
Geneva, Jan Krugier Gallery, Zao Wou-Ki: peintures et encres, 1990, No. 5, illustrated in colour
Taipei, Lin & Keng Gallery, Zao Wou-Ki 1948-1999. A Retrospective of work from 1948 to 1999, 1999, p. 39, illustrated in colour
Taipei, Lin & Keng Gallery, Zao Wou-Ki 1948-1999. A Retrospective of work from 1948 to 1999, 1999, p. 39, illustrated in colour
Condition
This work is generally in good condition. There is some very fine and stable hairline craquelure across the surface of the painting, primarily on the green/black pigments towards the top center area and towards the center right part of the composition, as well as in the in the lower left quadrant of the canvas. Above all only visible under close examination. There are some minor handling marks around the edges. Under UV light: there is no evidence of retouching.
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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."