Lot 1319
- 1319
Pu Ru (1896-1963); Weng Tonghe (1830-1904)
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- Pu Ru (1896-1963); Weng Tonghe (1830-1904)
- ZHONG KUI; CALLIGRAPHY
- ink and colour on silk; cinnabar on paper, pair of fan leaves, framed
signed XINYU, inscribed, and with two seals of the artist. The other, signed WENG TONGHE, dated xin mao, 1891, and with one seal of the artist
Exhibited
EXHIBITED & ILLUSTRATED
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Condition
-Mild foxing could be found on the painting leaf and at the right of the calligraphy leaft, which can be improved by restoration. Signs of fabric loss at the top right corner of the painting leaf, which can be improved by restoration. Signs of paper loss on the calligraphy leaf, which affects a few characters, and can be improved by restoration. Otherwise, generally in fair to good condition.
"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."