Lot 1319
- 1319
ZHANG XIONG (1803-1886); LIU DELIU (1806-1875) | Summer Fruits and Blossoms; Insects by the Willows
Estimate
24,000 - 35,000 HKD
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Description
- Summer Fruits and Blossoms; Insects by the Willows
- ink and colour on gold paper, pair of fan leaves, framed
- 張 Zhang: 17.6 by 54.5 cm. 6 7/8 by 21 ½ in.劉 Liu: 18.3 by 53 cm. 7 1/8 by 20 7/8 in.
signed ZHANG XIONG, dated 1868, titled, with a dedication, and one seal of the artist. Signed LIU DELIU, dated 1870, inscribed, with a dedication, three seals of the artist, and a total of four collector’s seals
Condition
-On "Insects by the Willows", signs of restoration can be found on the left, where there appears to be paper losses and paper crack previously. Certain parts of the upper edge and right edge, with width at most 5mm, are covered by the current mounting. Otherwise, generally in fair condition. On "Summer Fruits and Blossoms", signs of restoration can be found along the bottom edge, where there appears to be paper losses 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."