- 2788
JU LIAN | The Legends of Flowers
Estimate
2,200,000 - 2,800,000 HKD
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Description
- Ju Lian
- The Legends of Flowers
- ink and colour on paper, set of twelve, framed
- each 21.5 by 27 cm. 8 ½ by 10 5/8 in. (12)
with twenty-four seals of the artist, and four collector's seals. Annotations by Cai Xiaoting, dated 1877, and with one seal of his
Condition
-The set of twelve paintings have remained in good condition despite that they were painted over 140 years ago. Due to the age, certain condition issues are visible on a few leaves, including minor foxing blank space on "Magnolia", minor oxidation of white pigment on "Peach Blossoms", and "Plum Blossoms", 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."