ZENG Yilu 曾一橹 (1896 - 1989) Lot n° 1

The Temple, 1934 Oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right 寺庙 布面油画 53.5 x 54 cm - 21 x 21 1/4 in. Oil on canvas, signed lower right Provenance : Center de la France The work is on its original canvas. A few fine cracks are visible to the eye. A recent maintenance restoration has restored the work to its former glory. Cleaning has revealed the original palette. Tension bands have been applied to the edges to consolidate attachment to the stretcher. A small tear on one edge and slight missing spots have been treated and are visible under fluorescent light (the restorer's technical report is available). The work is on its original canvas. A few fine cracks are visible to the eye. A recent maintenance restoration has given the work back its full lustre. Cleaning has revealed the original palette. Tension bands have been applied to the edges to strengthen the attachment to the stretcher. A small tear on one edge and slight missing parts were treated are visible under fluorescent light . (The restorer's technical report is available).