Lot 18
  • 18

Omar Carreño (b. 1927)

Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • Omar Carreño
  • Transformable 19
  • signed, titled and dated Caracas, 1967 on the reverse
  • lacquer on wood
  • 21 by 18 1/2 in.
  • 53.3 by 47 cm
The cube elements can be removed and repositioned

Provenance

Fundación Daniela Chappard
Acquired from the above by the present owner (2005)

Condition

There are multiple nicks to the central light blue areas where the cubes are inserted. There is also dirt accumulated in the corners of this section. Furthermore, there are some nicks to the dark blue surface, specifically some rubbing to the upper left corner and a couple of nicks on the left edge and one by the lower right corner. The sides of the piece also show some dark staining, particularly the right and the bottom sides. They are most likely from a previous restoration. The movable cubes show consistent nicks, rubbing and staining and in some cases craquelure.
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.