Bidspirit auction | CHEUNG YEE (1936-2019) Titled ”FLAMING”

CHEUNG YEE (1936-2019) Titled ”FLAMING” - CHEUNG YEE (1936-2019)The Chinese artist Cheung Yee, a pioneer of the contemporary art scene in Hong Kong, died in Los Angeles on December 4 at the age of eighty-three. The Hong Kong Museum of Art confirmed his passing. Best known for his paper castings; bronze relief; and wooden, stone, and bronze sculptures, which mixed Western modernism, traditional Chinese aesthetics, and elements of folklore and ancient philosophies, Cheung cofounded the avant-garde Circle Art Group with Hon Chi Fun, Wucius Wong, and several other peers. The group was active from 1964 to 1971.Born in Guangzhou, China, in 1936, Cheung was raised in Hong Kong. This original piece measures 22.5” x 11.5”. Sight 14” x 6”. Dates 1966 one of his rare early works. PLEASE NOTE THIS ESTATE AND ITEMS ARE IN ST CHARLES MO, ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED OR PICKED UP IN ST CHARLES MO. WE WILL SUGGEST SHIPPERS OR YOU MAY ARRANGE YOUR OWN SHIPPING. zip code is 63304 All items must be retrieved or shipped within 15 days of auction end. Items remaining in our possession after this time will be subject to forfeit or storage charges. Condition: READ CAREFULLY! Because artwork, antiques and collectibles are known to be copied from pre-existing examples the dating of such objects is often difficult to ascertain and opinions vary from expert to expert. Due to this, Olde Trove Auction House strongly suggests all potential bidders or a representative to meticulously inspect any and all items prior to bidding. Any reference to a specific time period and/or culture are only the opinion of Olde Trove Auction House and are not a guarantee of authenticity. If the bidder or a representative cannot inspect an item in person prior to the auction, then Olde Trove Auction House strongly suggests that you do not place a bid on the lot. Descriptions provided in both printed and online catalog formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Olde Trove Auction House Conditions of Sale. Each lot will be sold AS IS, WHERE IS with all defects and faults. No warranties or guarantees of any kind will be given by Seller or Auctioneer including any warranty of fitness, merchantability, or suitability. Bidders should, whenever possible, carefully inspect each lot to determine its condition and contents. All weights, counts, and measurements are approximate. Bidder acknowledges that all lots were available for inspection prior to the Auction and that he or she relied solely on their own inspection of the lots and not any information listed in the catalog or otherwise provided by the Auctioneer, the Auction staff, or Seller. It is SOLELY the responsibility of the buyer to obtain all possible information prior to bidding. If you are not completely satisfied with an item before you bid, DO NOT BID.