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Vik Muniz
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Vik Muniz
- Pluto and Proserpina, after Bernini (from Pictures of Chocolate)
- signed and dated 2003 on a label affixed to the reverse
- c-print
- 62 by 49 in. 157.5 by 124.5 cm.
- Executed in 2003, this work is artist's proof number 2 from an edition of 3 plus 3 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Rena Bransten Gallery, San Francisco
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Literature
Pedro Corrêa do Lago, Vik Muniz: Obra Completa 1987-2009, Rio de Janeiro, 2009, p. 247, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The print is mounted to an aluminum backing. Under raking light there are some extremely fine, unobtrusive surface scratches to the print. There is some minor wear to the extreme edges of the print, due to frame abrasion, not visible while framed. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.