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Luo Jianwu (Lo Chien-wu)
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
- Luo Jianwu (Lo Chien-wu)
- Windblown Pine
- ink and colour, framed
signed, dated 1997 and 2001 in Chinese, and marked with two seals of the artist
Provenance
Sotheby’s Hong Kong, 24 October 2005, lot 946
Private Asian Collection
Private Asian Collection
Exhibited
USA, New York, Kaikodo, Ten, 10 November-10 December, 2001, front cover & pl. 10
Condition
Overall in good condition. There is slight undulation to the paper, which can be improved with re-framing. There are two spots of foxing on the silk mount at the center bottom. Frame has a 3 cm scratch to the surface of the wood edge. Overall framed dimensions: 76.3 by 152.5 cm; 30 by 60 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
The pine is a noble symbol of longevity and endurance in the face of adversity. As in the present lot, Luo uses the auspicious evergreen motif as subject for his studious paintings. After moving from Taiwan to New York in 1987, he continues to feature classical motifs in a traditional style of painting. However, his work is not meant to be viewed with a sense of longing or nostalgia for the past, rather as a continuation of technique and constant exploration for meaning in the contemporary era. The artist created Windblown Pine over four years during a period of study and admiration for paintings from the Song dynasty. The painting was exhibited in New York shortly after the tragedy of September 11 and the stalwart image was used for the cover of the Kaikodo exhibition catalogue.