Description:
John Way [Wei Letang] (Chinese/American, 1921-2012)
Untitled
Signed and dated "John Way '68" l.r.
Oil on paper, 19 x 24 in. (48.2 x 60.7 cm),unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Restored horizontal tear to u.c. edge with tape on the corresponding area of the reverse, brown paper tape remnants at intervals on three sides of the reverse, corners stabilized with clear tape on the reverse.
Provenance: Through the family of the artist.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Numbered "60/1738" in ink on a small gummed label on the u.r. corner of the reverse.
Restored tear at u.c. edge measures 1 5/8 inches across, with tiny surface loss at one side.
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