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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
Calligraphy by Liu Yong: - The paper mount with a loss/tear and some humidity stains. - There are some worm holes/small holes. - Two leaves with a few tears/losses. - There are a few small creases. - The calligraphies with some tears and losses associated with some restorations. - There are some humidity stains/foxing and traces of dirt.
The couplets in running script by Wu Ronggang: - One with some worm holes along the left edge of the scroll. - Both with some tears, losses, stains, traces of dirt, associated with restoration. There are general age-related surface wear as can be expected.
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Lot 663Sale 21259
LIU YONG (1719-1805) AND WU RONGGUANG (1773-1843)Estimate: EUR 2,500 - 4,000
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