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Wim Delvoye
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Wim Delvoye
- Delft Shovel (D.S.C)
signed, titled and dated 1990 on the reverse
enamel paint on metal and wooden shovel
- 161 by 31.7 by 31.5cm.; 63 3/8 by 12 1/2 by 12 3/8 in.
Provenance
Galleria Six, Lissone
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2007
Condition
Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original.
Condition: Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is some minor paint loss along the extreme edge of the head of the shovel. There is a light scratch running parallel to the centre of the left hand edge, visible in the catalogue illustration. There are some light rub marks towards the lower section of the left hand edge, as well as a few to the top and bottom of the shovel head. There is artist's retouching to the top left and right hand corners of the painted surface.
"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."