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Markus Lüpertz
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Markus Lüpertz
- Ganymede
- painted bronze
- 89 1/4 by 33 1/2 by 28 in. 226.7 by 85.1 by 71.1 cm.
- Executed in 1985.
Provenance
Mary Boone Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
London, Waddington Galleries, Markus Lüpertz, Paintings and Bronze Sculptures, 1986, cat. no. 7, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is some oxidation on the surface of the base, most notably in some of the crevices. There is light dust accumulation on the surface of the sculpture. There is some rubbing on certain raised points of the surface, which has resulted in visible paint loss.
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.