Lot 64
  • 64

Helmut Lang

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Helmut Lang
  • Pair of Prototype Seating Cubes
  • each with adhesive labels marked with number and PROTOTYPE FOR ARTIST APPROVAL
  • painted wood and rubber

Condition

Overall in excellent condition. The rubber surface with surface scratches and minor dents. One of the cubes with an abraded area of small one inch vertical line impressions in the rubber extending approximately 12 inches. A few minor burst air bubbles in the rubber to the lower curved edges inherent in the making. The interior wood frames in excellent condition. Surface dirt throughout. Surface scratches to underbase as expected from use.
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.

Catalogue Note

This lot is being sold with a certificate of authenticity from Helmut Lang.

These cubes are from a series of protoypes for a later limited edition of twenty works.