Title:
Praying (1992)
Description:
Sales date 04-06-2013
Auction house Sotheby’s HONG KONG
Size 48 in x 32 1/8
Category Painting Medium Lacquer
Date of creation 1992
signed
Description
Nguyen Trung
Praying
Signed
Lacquer
122 by 81.5 cm.; 48 by 32 in.
Executed in 1992, this work is accompanied with an intricately carved frame.
Condition
The lacquer is in good condition overall. There are indications of minor wear and handling is evident around the edges. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Examined within the frame. Framed.
”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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
Catalogue Note
Known and adored for its untainted beauty, the lotus has always been linked to spirituality and recognized as a symbol of purity. Nguyen Trung features this enchanting flower at the center of his work, illustrating the connotation of spiritual cleansing. The protagonist of Praying illuminates from the background with her light colored dress and soft skin, creating an analogy to the lotus that blooms with perfectly clean petals despite emerging from murky waters. She gently clasps the flower in both hands and gazes at it with kind contemplative eyes, as if she were quietly transferring her thoughts and spirit into the lotus.
Auction house Sotheby’s HONG KONG
Size 48 in x 32 1/8
Category Painting Medium Lacquer
Date of creation 1992
signed
Description
Nguyen Trung
Praying
Signed
Lacquer
122 by 81.5 cm.; 48 by 32 in.
Executed in 1992, this work is accompanied with an intricately carved frame.
Condition
The lacquer is in good condition overall. There are indications of minor wear and handling is evident around the edges. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Examined within the frame. Framed.
”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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
Catalogue Note
Known and adored for its untainted beauty, the lotus has always been linked to spirituality and recognized as a symbol of purity. Nguyen Trung features this enchanting flower at the center of his work, illustrating the connotation of spiritual cleansing. The protagonist of Praying illuminates from the background with her light colored dress and soft skin, creating an analogy to the lotus that blooms with perfectly clean petals despite emerging from murky waters. She gently clasps the flower in both hands and gazes at it with kind contemplative eyes, as if she were quietly transferring her thoughts and spirit into the lotus.
Artist:
Nguyen Trung
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Automatic Estimated Date:
2024-09-04
Date Added:
2018-06-08 17:06:00
Country:
Vietnam
Date Added:
2018-06-08 17:06:00