Lot 29
  • 29

Michelangelo Pistoletto

Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Michelangelo Pistoletto
  • L'Ecolier
  • painted tissue paper collage on polished stainless steel

  • 99.8 by 119.7cm.
  • 39 1/4 by 47 1/4 in.
  • Executed in 1967.

Provenance

Acquired in 1969

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original. The catalogue illustration fails to convey the reflective mirrored surface of the original. This work is in good condition overall. There is wear to the bottom two corners with small semi-circular holes immediately above the corner tips and a small dent to the lower right hand corner. There are scattered finger marks and scuffs to the edges, notably several small losses to the bottom of the boy's jacket. There is a faint hairline scratch running from the boy's back across the centre of the composition as well as scattered fine hairline scratches to the surface throughout.
"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."