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Tom Sachs
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Tom Sachs
- Chess Set
- signed, titled and numbered 6/15 on the top of the box; numbered S/N #2009.098.002 on the underside of the box's top; signed, dated 2009 and numbered 6/15 and S/N #2009.098.001 on the chess board
- Hermes box, duct tape, magnets, felt, metal, velcro, adhesive tape, plastic chess pieces, felt pen and wood, in 34 parts
- Box: 2 3/4 by 11 5/8 by 8 7/8 in. 7 by 29.5 by 22.5 cm.
- Executed in 2009, this work is number 6 from an edition of 15.
Provenance
Gagosian Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is some minor wear and evidence of light handling to the outer box, possibly due to the artist's use of found medium. There is some light surface soiling to all elements and inconsistencies to the mediums, due to the artist's working method.
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.