(Zhang) signed Wentao and with three seals of the artist (Zhang) signed Chuanshan Zhang Wentao, with a dedication and three seals of the artist (Wu) signed Yuren Wu Xiqi, with a dedication and two seals of the artist

(Zhang) -Moderate cracks and creases throughout, repaired. -Minor paper losses where a few characters of the inscriptions have been partially obliterated. -The lower left angle of the fan leaf is slightly damaged. (Zhang) -there are serval areas with an evidence of rubbed, where some areas of the calligraphy are blurry and abraded. -minor paper losses, repaired (Wu) - minor marks to where the fan bones originally placed. - a few minor foxing over the surface of the right hand side of the fan leaf - the right margin bears slightly darken tone - a minor paper losses, repaired, and red marks at the left margin
"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."