A set of four panels of paintings, 19th/20th century

each framed panel enclosing three painted roundels in ink and colours on silk depicting 'The Twelve Months of Flowers and Birds', with ducks, cranes, pheasants, song birds, cockerel, geese, kingfishers and peacocks in flight or perched beside rockwork among different plants and trees, including pine, prunus, bamboo, banana palms, willow, lotus and chrysanthemums, each painting with an inscription in black and a red seal

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each panel 125 x 33.5 cm

• Lot Sold $5,000 (Hammer Price)
• $6,100 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)

Condition Report

Silk Panel Images - Condition Report

The four framed panels (each containing 3 circular silk images surrounded by a silk display support) are in generally sound condition consistent with the age, materials and techniques used by the artist. All panels display numerous minor losses to the silk image support, ranging in size from approximately 1 - 10 mm. All silk supports surrounding the circular images appear to be in good condition with only very minor discolouration. Also, each image displays minor discolouration and light stains which are most noticeable in the beige coloured background area of the image. However, certain individual images reveal larger areas of damage, as noted in the following description:

Panel A

In Panel A, the centre image has a large loss of approximately 10 cm, located in the top right area of the image (to the right of the flying birds). The losses in this area as with other areas of silk support loss, appear to have been infilled (possible with Japanese tissue infills) and in-painted to match the surrounding silk. This appears to be the case regarding all majors losses on all four panels.

Panel B

In Panel B there are noticeable losses to the silk image throughout, especially predominant in the top image, far left side. Within this area of loss there is also associated discolouration. The centre and bottom images contain similar losses with discolouration, to a lesser extent.

Panel C

In Panel C the centre image displays prominent losses in the far left side.

Panel D

In Panel D there is noticeable losses in the centre and bottom image on the left side.

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 T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 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 Specialist Consultant, Asian Art Arts & Design Melbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts		Anthony Hurl Specialist Consultant Arts & Design Adelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hur
	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