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Al Merrick
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Al Merrick
- A Channel Islands Surfboard Ridden, Broken and Signed by Kelly Slater
- Inscribed: Kelly Slater / 49th WCT win board / Tavarua, Fiji - 2012 / Volcom Pro.
- polyurethane, fiberglass
Dated, the championship named and signed in marker by Kelly Slater for the (RED) Auction 2013.
Condition
Overall good condition. This work was selected by Jony Ive and Marc Newson for the (RED) 2013 auction. As stated in the catalogue, this board was used and broken by Kelly Slater. Therefore the elements in the offering some surface scuffs, discolorations, scratches, wax residue and abrasions consistent with use. This work is being sold with a certificate from the (RED) 2013 auction.
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.
Catalogue Note
Donated by Kelly Slater.
Even if it were in pristine condition, this high-performance beauty would belong in a sale devoted to sporting design icons. But the fact that it was ridden to victory by surfing icon Kelly Slater - and was broken by the sporting legend on Sumatra's surf - makes it all the more appropriate. Design objects are meant to be used until they are worn out. Slater used this surfboard to win the 2012 Volcom Fiji Pro event, his 49th career victory, and he has signed and dated it especially for the (RED) Auction.