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Provenance

Chinese Contemporary Ltd., London Private Collection Christie's, New York, November 13, 2008, lot 413 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is light surface soiling throughout. The texture of the surface is varied, due to the artist's working method. There are hairline cracks throughout the structure with some minor associated losses. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalog summary

Wang Guangyi Materialist signed in English and Chinese, dated 2002 and numbered 4/6 on the figure's lower right leg resin 73 by 58 by 69 in. 185.4 by 147.3 by 175.2 cm. Provenance Chinese Contemporary Ltd., London Private Collection Christie's, New York, November 13, 2008, lot 413 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is light surface soiling throughout. The texture of the surface is varied, due to the artist's working method. There are hairline cracks throughout the structure with some minor associated losses. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.