Lot 635: ZHANG JIAN | Square

signed in Chinese and dated  05; signed and titled in Chinese and dated  2005.7 on the reverse

200 by 300 cm; 78¾ by 118⅛ in.

oil on canvas

This work is in good condition with wear in handling around the corners and edges, especially to the upper left corner. There are gentle bubble wrap marks to the surface, primarily on the upper and lower left corner to the figure's hair and shoes. Minor drying craquelures are visible throughout, the most prominent in the center left with an abrasion mark nearby. Another gentle craquelure on the upper right corner is observed. Please note that it was not examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."

Chinese Artists of Today-Zhang Jian, Historical Reality, Sichuan Fine Arts Publishing House, Sichuan, China, 2007, p. 165

Galerie Frank Schlag & Cie, Essen
Acquired by the present owner from the above