嚴培明

Private Collection, Europe

Sale: Sotheby's New York, Contemoprary Art Asia, 17 March, 2008, Lot 55

Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although there is a wider range of greys in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is a small spot of wear to the bottom right corner tip. No restoration is apparent under ultraviolet light.
"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."

 "All I wanted to do...was portraits. For me, the portrait is about the soul, about humanity" 

(The artist in conversation with Rolf Lauter in: Exhibition Catalogue, Manheim, Kunsthalle, 2005, p. 100)