Lot 1374
- 1374
Wu Changshuo (1844-1927)
Estimate
1,600,000 - 2,500,000 HKD
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Description
- Wu Changshuo
- Magnolia and Rare Rock
- ink and light colour on paper, hanging scroll
signed KUTIE, dated 1917, inscribed, with two seals of the artist, and two collector's seals
Provenance
Acquired in Hong Kong in 1990
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Important Chinese Paintings From the Robert Chang Collection, Oct 2007, Lot 15
Sotheby's Hong Kong, Important Chinese Paintings From the Robert Chang Collection, Oct 2007, Lot 15
Exhibited
Travelling Exhibitions at Shanghai, Beijing, and Taipei, Important Chinese Paintings From the Robert Chang Collection, June to December 2002
Literature
Recent Works by Wu Changshuo, vol. I, ed. by Ding Fuzhi, Xiling Yinshe,Shanghai, 1922
Important Chinese Paintings from the Robert Chang Collection - Works by Seventeen Masters, Sotheby’s Hong Kong, June 2002, pl.35
Important Chinese Paintings from the Robert Chang Collection - Works by Seventeen Masters, Sotheby’s Hong Kong, June 2002, pl.35
Condition
-Light foxing can be found at the top and bottom of the painting, which can be improved by restoration. Signs of restoration can be found especially along the left and right edges, and at the upper section of the painting, where there appears to be paper loss previously. 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."