Lot 21: WANG SHU (1668-1743) ESSAI DE STYLE RÉGULIER INTITULÉ YANGCHENG SAN XIANG XIAN CHONGSI JI JUAN |

titre dans le style des scribes, encre sur soie, montée en rouleau, signé WANG SHU, et avec deux cachets de l'artiste

31,5 x 300 cm, 12 1/2  by 118 1/8  in.

There is overall light wear to the frontispiece. There is overall light wear and scattered spots across the calligraphy.
"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.
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Collection of Duan Fang (1861-1911).
Acquired in China between 1894 and 1922.
Thence in the family by descent.