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Le Pho
Estimate
65,000 - 85,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Le Pho
- Maternité au Bouquet Jaune (Maternity by the Yellow Bouquet)
Signed in English and Chinese; titled and numbered 7 on the reverse
Oil on silk laid on board
- 22 by 14 cm.; 8 1/2 by 5 1/2 in.
Provenance
Galerie Romanet, Paris
Sotheby's, Hong Kong, October 10, 2004, Lot 113
Sotheby's, Hong Kong, October 10, 2004, Lot 113
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The silk laid on board is free of cracks and runs. There is evidence of minor craquelures on the yellow impastos, minute foxing and paint losses scattered throughout the surface, which is only visible upon close observation. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a few areas of light retouching, primarily on the upper left side. 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."