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Zhang Bi 1425-1487
Estimate
180,000 - 220,000 USD
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Description
- Zhang Bi
- THE THOUSAND CHARACTER CLASSIC IN CURSIVE SCRIPT
- ink on paper, handscroll
signed Donghai weng, dated bingwu of the Chenghua reign, summer, the fifteenth day of the fifth lunar month (June 16, 1486), with one seal of the artist, ru bi
With two collectors' seals, yi jin zhang shi tu shu and one illegible
With two collectors' seals, yi jin zhang shi tu shu and one illegible
Condition
- Several retouched areas, mainly at the beginning and the upper part of the scroll
- Restoration of paper loss can be found.
- Paper bears darkened edges due to age.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.