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Zhao Zhiqian 1829-1884
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Zhao Zhiqian
- CALLIGRAPHY COUPLET IN CLERICAL SCRIPT
- ink on silver-flecked paper, a pair of hanging scrolls
signed Weishu Zhao Zhiqian, dated wuyin (1878), autumn, with a dedication and two seals of the artist, zeng ji zhao zhi qian yin xin chang shou, ding guang fo zai shi zhui luo po suo shi jie fan fu
Provenance
Christie's New York, Chinese Paintings, November 30, 1983, lot 423
Condition
- Paper surface abraded and soiling slightly.
- Restoration of paper loss can be found here and there.
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.