This lot comprises a diverse group of framed wall art and a carved wooden panel. The collection includes an expressionistic landscape painting executed in gouache or acrylic, depicting a tropical kampong scene with a thatched dwelling and palm trees, signed Teo: S’pore: 77. to the lower left and accompanied by a red square seal mark. This artist is further represented by a matching pair of vertical bird and flower paintings on textured support, both signed Teo: S’pore: 77. with red seals. A dynamic ink and wash painting on paper depicts a rearing black horse, signed Wong Siu Tuck to the lower right with a corresponding red seal. Cartographic interest is represented by a nineteenth-century hand-coloured engraved map of Devonshire, likely by Thomas Moule, featuring a vignette of the Exeter Guildhall and an ornate foliate border. Also included is a realistic watercolour study of two red-sailed fishing vessels at sea and a National Gallery reproduction print of Canaletto’s Venice: A Regatta on the Grand Canal. Completing the lot is a vertical wooden plaque featuring four auspicious Chinese characters 福祿壽囍 (Good Fortune, Prosperity, Longevity, and Double Happiness) carved in relief on a patinated ground. The items are housed in a variety of frames, including contemporary slim silver-toned metal, white-painted wood, and traditional dark wood with mounts.
Condition report:
The Devonshire map exhibits significant foxing and general age-related discoloration. The Teo paintings show some surface yellowing and minor dirt accumulation. The Wong Siu Tuck horse painting appears in overall good condition within the frame. The Canaletto print shows some fading. Frames across the lot display varied minor wear, including scuffing, small chips to the paint, and surface dust.
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