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Lot 1313: DONG ZUOBIN (1895-1963) | Calligraphy Couplet in Jiaguwen

Est: $70,000 HKD - $90,000 HKDSold:
Sotheby'sHong Kong, ChinaApril 06, 2015

Item Overview

Description

signed DONG ZUOBIN, dated 1954, with a dedication, and one seal of the artist. Annotation by Kong Decheng, and with one seal of his

Dimensions

each 71 by 6.6 cm. 28 by 2 5/8 in. (2)

Artist or Maker

Medium

ink on gold-flecked paper, pair of hanging scrolls

Condition Report

-Signs of restoration can be found, where there appears to be insect holes and paper cracks previously. A crease can be found on the first scroll and paper cracks can be found in the middle of the second scroll. These can be improved by restoration. Otherwise, generally in fair 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."

Payment & Shipping

Payment

Accepted forms of payment: Other, Personal Check, Visa

Shipping

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Auction Details

Fine Chinese Paintings

by
Sotheby's
April 06, 2015, 10:00 AM HKT

5/F One Pacific Place, Hong Kong, Admiralty, -, CN

Terms

Live bidding may start higher or lower

Buyer's Premium

$1 - 1,600,000:30.0%
$1,600,001 - 22,500,000:25.0%
$22,500,001+:17.0%

Bidding Increments

From:To:Increment:
$0$999$50
$1,000$1,999$100
$2,000$2,999$200
$3,000$3,199$200
$3,200$3,799$300
$3,800$4,199$200
$4,200$4,799$300
$4,800$4,999$200
$5,000$9,999$500
$10,000$19,999$1,000
$20,000$29,999$2,000
$30,000$31,999$2,000
$32,000$37,999$3,000
$38,000$41,999$2,000
$42,000$47,999$3,000
$48,000$49,999$2,000
$50,000$99,999$5,000
$100,000$199,999$10,000
$200,000$299,999$20,000
$300,000$319,999$20,000
$320,000$379,999$30,000
$380,000$419,999$20,000
$420,000$479,999$30,000
$480,000$499,999$20,000
$500,000$999,999$50,000
$1,000,000$1,999,999$100,000
$2,000,000$2,999,999$200,000
$3,000,000$3,199,999$200,000
$3,200,000$3,799,999$300,000
$3,800,000$4,199,999$200,000
$4,200,000$4,799,999$300,000
$4,800,000$4,999,999$200,000
$5,000,000$9,999,999$500,000
$10,000,000+$1,000,000

Conditions of Sale:

Conditions of Sale:

Shipping Terms

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