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Provenance

Private Collection, Geneva Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the black tonalities in the original have a subtler hue.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. The canvas is slack and there is canvas draw to the surface, most notably to the right and left bottom edges. Some minute specks of dust have adhered to the work's surface in scattered places. No restoration is apparent when 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."

Catalog summary

Shan Li Red Mao oil and zerox collage on canvas 50 by 39.5cm.; 19¾ by 15½in. Executed in 2005. Provenance Private Collection, Geneva Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the black tonalities in the original have a subtler hue.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. The canvas is slack and there is canvas draw to the surface, most notably to the right and left bottom edges. Some minute specks of dust have adhered to the work's surface in scattered places. No restoration is apparent when 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."