Lot 255
  • 255

Richard Serra

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description

  • Richard Serra
  • Bilbao Jungle
  • oilstick on paper
  • 59 by 50 in. 149.9 by 127 cm.
  • Executed circa 1982.

Provenance

Gagosian Gallery, Los Angeles
Acquired by the present owner from the above circa 1983

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. There are scattered spots of accretions and soiling scattered throughout the upper, unpainted tier of the sheet. The most notable is located approximately 20 in. from the right and 3 in. from the top edge; and 2 in. from the left, and 8 in. from the top edges respectively. There sheet is buckling presumably from the medium and the weight and density of the oilstick application, but could improve with rehinging. Floating in wood frame.
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.