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Yu Sheng (1692-After 1768)
Estimate
120,000 - 240,000 USD
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Description
- Yu Sheng
- BIRDS
- ink and color on paper, handscroll
signed Yu Sheng, with two seals of the artist, chen yu sheng, zhao zhao ran han, with one collector's seal of Li Zonghan (1769-1831), lin chuan li shi cang yin, and one other collector's seal, qiu ping zhen wan
Provenance
Christie's New York, Fine Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy, March 18, 1997, lot 80
Literature
Journeys on Paper and Silk: The Roy and Marilyn Papp Collection of Chinese Painting, Phoenix Art Museum, 1998, p. 15
Condition
- Paper bears darkened tone due to age.
- Several creases and folding marks can be found across the scroll.
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.
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.