signed Wang Duo, dated jisi, 1629, eighth lunar month, with one seal of the artist, wang duo zhi yin, and one collector's seal of Gong Ben'ang, gong zi xing yu fu gong xin shang

-Overall in good condition -Light wears along the middle folding mark are visible, as seens in the illustration -There are a few minor dots of paper lots scattered around -There are some light wears on the characters as seen in the illustration
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.

Artist's inscription:
Record of an excerpt from the 'Preface to the Sagely Teachings'.
Eighth lunar month of the jisi year (1629), Wang Duo.