Lot 560
  • 560

Francis Alÿs

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description

  • Francis Alÿs
  • Sin Título
  • i. signed and dated 97 on the reverse
  • i. oil on wood
    ii. oil on metal

  • i. 6 1/2 by 8 3/4 in. 16.5 by 22.2 cm.
  • ii. 32 1/2 by 40 1/2 in. 82.6 by 102.9 cm.

Provenance

Private Collection, New York
Christie's, New York, November 22, 1999, lot 17
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. The large panel exhibits evidence of wear and handling around the edges with some losses. There are some scattered scratches to the surface and two red accretions on the right side. The small panel exhibits a small loss in the area covering one of the nails in the lower center. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there appear to be some scattered retouches towards the edges that fluoresce darkly on the larger panel. Unframed.
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.