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Tom Wesselmann
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Tom Wesselmann
- Blue
- signed and dated 96; signed, titled and dated 1996 on the reverse
- oil on cut-out aluminium
- 180.3 by 193 by 15.3cm.; 71 by 76 by 6in.
Provenance
Galerie Hans Mayer, Düsseldorf
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1998
Condition
Colours: This work is far brighter and more vibrant in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are several very small spots of wear to the paint at the extreme edge of the furthest left blue vertical arm of the work at the centre. There is a light layer of dust at the recesses of the sculpture and some very faint wear to the top and bottom right hand corners. There is a light line of discolouration along the whole of the lower edge and several very faint surface scratches throughout.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."