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ZHANG XIAOGANG | Amnesia and Memory No. 8
Estimate
1,500,000 - 2,600,000 HKD
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Description
- Zhang Xiaogang
- Amnesia and Memory No. 8
- oil on canvas
- 110.5 by 130.5 cm; 43½ by 51⅜ in.
signed and dated 2007
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. Visible only upon close examination and raking light, minor surface abrasion is observed. Evidence of minor soiling is found to the center-left of the work. Very minor accretion is observed, located near the chin of the figure. No evidence of retouching is observed when examined under ultraviolet light. Framed.
"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."
Catalogue Note
“What is memory if not the Living Spirit? Human existence conserves representations of its past. How strange a weakness then is forgetfulness. This disappearance of memory. This brainwash.”
– Caroline Puel
– Caroline Puel