Lot 1238 · Fine Chinese Modern Paintings
Running Script Calligraphy
Wu Hufan · Hanging scroll, ink on paper
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- Estimate
- HK$80,000–HK$120,000 hammer ≈ $10,299–$15,449
- Result
- Performance
- Sale
- Christie's — Fine Chinese Modern Paintings, Hong Kong · 31 May 2016
- Dimensions
- 133 x 33 cm. (52 3/8 x 13 in.)
- Record ID
- TB-2026-4024514
- Record
- first seen 28 Jul 2026 · updated 28 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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Wu Hufan, Running Script Calligraphy. Christie's, 31 May 2016, lot 1238. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-4024514.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Monkeys in the Forest | Li Xiongcai | HK$60,000–HK$80,000 | |
| Shrimps | Qi Baishi | HK$70,000–HK$90,000 | |
| Tea and Plum Blossoms | Tang Yun | HK$30,000–HK$50,000 | |
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