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Christian Boltanski
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Christian Boltanski
- Les Bougies (12)("Shadows" from the lesson of darkness)
- 12 figurines en cuivre sur 12 supports en métal
- Chaque : 27.9 x 31.3 x 4 cm
- Each: 11 x 12 1/4 x 1 5/8 in.
- Exécutée en 1986, cette oeuvre est unique.
Provenance
Galerie Ghislaine Hussenot, Paris
Collection particulière, Japon
Vente: Sotheby's, New York, 16 Mai 2007, lot 528
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel
Collection particulière, Japon
Vente: Sotheby's, New York, 16 Mai 2007, lot 528
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel
Exhibited
Nagoya, The Institute of Contemporary Arts, Christian Boltanski, 1990, catalogue, p. 28, illustré
Mito, Contemporary Art Foundation, Christian Boltanski, 1991, catalogue, p. 23, illustré
Mito, Contemporary Art Foundation, Christian Boltanski, 1991, catalogue, p. 23, illustré
Literature
Bijutsu Techo Monthly Art Magazine, vol.42, no.631, p.132, illustré
Condition
There is some very light wear traces to the metal brackets and evidence of light oxidation. Some metal pieces are slightly irregularly bent, which is presumably inherent to the work.
This work is in excellent 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."
"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."