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Joseph Cornell
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Joseph Cornell
- Comédies et Proverbes
- wood box construction with printed paper collage, velvet, glass and metal hardware
- 9 5/8 by 8 by 4 1/4 in. 24.4 by 20.3 by 10.8 cm.
- Executed circa 1948.
Provenance
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, April 1, 2008, lot 194
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Christie's, New York, April 1, 2008, lot 194
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. The collaged paper on the exterior of the box has evidence of light wear and handling, resulting in a few minor losses, particularly toward the edges. There is a small dent in the wood along the back upper edge. The red paper on the exterior has lifted in spots and has been retouched, which is visible under normal light conditions.
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.
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.