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Yayoi Kusama
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Self-Obliteration
- signed, titled in Japanese and dated 1987 on the reverse
- acrylic on canvas
- 21 by 18 in. 53.3 by 45.7 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, Japan
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling to the edges, particularly underneath the frame. There are scattered light surface abrasions throughout and some fine craquelure in the center of the pink dots. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Framed under Plexiglas.
Please note this work is accompanied by a registration card issued by the Yayoi Kusama Studio.
*Please note the auction begins at 9:30 am on November 14th.*
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.