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Provenance

Private Collection, Europe Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although overall the tonality is much brighter and more vibrant in the original.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The canvas is quite slack overall and there is slight canvas draw in the lower left quadrant. There are tiny specks of scattered media accretion adhering to the surface in places around the perimeter of the composition. There is very minor wear in several places along the left turnover edge. "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."

Catalog summary

Yang Shaobin No. 8 signed, titled and dated 2000-3 on the reverse oil on canvas 159.5 by 139cm.; 62 7/8 by 54 3/4 in. Provenance Private Collection, Europe Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although overall the tonality is much brighter and more vibrant in the original.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The canvas is quite slack overall and there is slight canvas draw in the lower left quadrant. There are tiny specks of scattered media accretion adhering to the surface in places around the perimeter of the composition. There is very minor wear in several places along the left turnover edge. "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."