Asian Art Auction

December 02, 2013

LOT 240

Lot 240

Chinese School

Chinese School
Lot 240 Details
Chinese School

BIRDS AND FLOWERS, 18TH/19TH CENTURY

Ink and colour on silk
50.4" x 26.4" — 128 x 67 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $5,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Two Scroll Paintings from a Rosedale Family (240-241)
Acquired by the current owner in Beijing on Liulichang in 1945 where he served as one of the last American cavalrymen.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 240
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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