Lot 52
  • 52

Joana Vasconcelos

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 GBP
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Description

  • Joana Vasconcelos
  • Red Independent Heart 2
  • translucent plastic cutlery, painted iron, metallic chain, electrical motor and CD
  • 372 by 200 by 52cm.
  • 146 1/2 by 78 3/4 by 20 1/2 in.
  • Executed in 2008.

Provenance

Galerie Nathalie Obadia, Paris
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Paris, Centre Culturel Calouste Gulbenkian, MARQUES, Lúcia et alli, À la Mode de Chez Nous. Júlio Pomar, Joana Vasconcelos, 2009, pp. 92-93, illustrated in colour
Bratislava, Design Factory, Café Portugal, 2008, pp. 51-52, illustrated in colour (with an incorrect title)

Condition

The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the illustration fails to convey fully the translucent quality of the plastic cutlery, the rotating movement of the work and the music of the installation. This work is in very good condition.
"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."