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Qi Baishi
Estimate
6,800,000 - 8,800,000 HKD
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Description
- Qi Baishi
- Prosperity and Longevity
- ink and colour on paper, framed
signed BAISHI LAOREN, and with one seal of the artist
Exhibited
Exhibition of Important Chinese Paintings from the Robert Chang Collection, June to December 2002, touring exhibition in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taipei
Literature
Important Chinese Paintings from the Robert Chang Collection — Works by Qi Baishi, Sotheby's Hong Kong Limited, June 2002, pl.95
Condition
-The colour of the actual painting is less vibrant than the image illustrated in catalogues. The peony in the actual painting is in purple-red colour instead of orange-red as illustrated in catalogues. Light foxing can be found near the top of the flower, on the right of the inscription, and near the middle of the bottom edge, which can be improved by restoration.
"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."