CHEN HONGSHOU
1768-1822

CHEN HONGSHOU

1768-1822
Calligraphy Couplet in Running Script

ink on paper, pair of hanging scrolls
signed CHEN HONGSHOU inscribed, and with three seals of the artist
(2)
each 116 x 25 cm

• Lot Sold $3,000 (Hammer Price)
• $3,660 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)

Condition Report

One with a stained area across the top right corner, a possible repair to the right side approx 1 x 1 cm, a horizontal crease across the 5th character and minor stain to the left side approx 4 x 0.5 cm. The other with foxing over the mount at the top, two fine horizontal creases over the upper character and another across the 6th character, some small touch up repairs approx 0.5 cm.

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 Australia is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Saleroom Notices regarding this sale. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS.

CONTACT INFORMATION +

Specialists
	Guy Cairnduff Head Arts & Design  Melbourne  |  Sydney  T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900  T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402  E: Guy Cairnduff		Geoffrey Smith Chairman Australian & International Art  Melbourne  |  Sydney  T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900  T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402  E: Geoffrey Smith
	Ann Roberts Consultant Specialist, Asian Art Arts & Design  Melbourne  T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900  E: Ann Roberts		Anthony Hurl Consultant Specialist Arts & Design  Adelaide  T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836  E: Anthony Hurl
	Brett Ballard Senior Specialist Australian & International Art  Sydney  T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402  E: Brett Ballard		Fiona Hayward Senior Specialist Australian & International Art  Melbourne  T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900  E: Fiona Hayward
	Marlene Cartlidge Administrator Arts & Design  Melbourne  T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900  E: Marlene Cartlidge		Gary Singer Chief Executive Officer Australian & International Art  Melbourne  |  Sydney  T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900  T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402  E: Gary Singer