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TWO SCROLLS
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ink and colour on paper, mounted on a scroll with wood handles
comprising: a calligraphic scroll by Zeng Xi (1861-1930), ink on paper, signed and with one seal of the artist; and a landscape painting by Liang Yuwei (d. 1912), ink and colour on paper, signed and with two seals of the artist, both mounted as a hanging scroll
Condition
The calligraphic scroll has general foxing and brown spots. There are minor losses to the bottom right and top middle section of the painting.
The landscape painting is in fair condition with considerable areas of water damage and surface wear, evident to areas including the mid-right border (9x6cm), upper and lower middle of the painting. The painting has been lightly retouched and re-mounted. There are minor areas of loss.
"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."