Lot 271
  • 271

Louise Nevelson

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description

  • Louise Nevelson
  • Untitled
  • wood, painted black, in 2 parts
  • overall: 80 by 13 by 13 in. 203.2 by 33 by 33 in.
  • Executed circa 1960.

Provenance

Private Collection, New York
Sotheby's, New York, May 5, 1987, Lot 154
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Condition

This work is in very good and sound condition overall. All elements are firmly attached and the wood construction is securely affixed to the base. This work has recently benefited from a light surface cleaning and unobtrusive spot retouching by Wilson Conservation. Kindly note that wood construction measures 46 in. high, and the base measures 34 in. high, and that the base is not unique to the work.
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.