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Xu Lele
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Xu Lele
- Winter
- ink, colour, and gold leaf on paper, hanging scroll
- 1988
signed, inscribed, and dated 1988 in Chinese, and marked with five seals of the artist
Provenance
Plum Blossoms Gallery, Hong Kong
Private American Collection
Private American Collection
Exhibited
China, Hong Kong, Plum Blossoms (International) Ltd., Three Women Artists Dream of the Ancient Capital: Xu Lele, Qian Xiaochun, Nie Ou, 26 September-7 October, 1989, p. 22
Condition
Overall in good condition. There is light foxing scattered on the left and right margins of the painting, which can be improved with restoration. Overall hanging scroll dimensions: 173.5 by 61.5 cm; 38¼ by 24¼ in.
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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
Born in the historic art centre Jinling (present day Nanjing), Xu Lele expresses her unique artistic personality by embracing traditional Chinese painting with a vivid imagination and humour from the perspective of a contemporary woman artist. In the present early work, Xu makes a signature reference to her favourite artist Chen Hongshou, the Ming dynasty master well-known for his curious figure paintings. Her delicate brushstrokes, fine-line details, and soft color palatte depict a solemn, seated figure amidst twisting branches, which are full of energy and vitality and serve as a lively visualization of the blowing wind that traps the lady with her zither in the winter.