Lot 474
  • 474

Franz West

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • Franz West
  • Zusatz
  • acrylic on papier-mâché
  • 20 by 42 1/2 by 3 1/4 in. 50.8 by 108 by 8.3 cm.
  • Executed in 1983-1984.

Provenance

Arndt & Partner AG, Zurich
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2006

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. There is a 1/2 inch crack on the left edge, which is located approximately 4 inches from the top edge. There is a stable 1 inch long hairline crack located 8 inches from the top edge and 10 ½ inches from the right edge. There is a repaired crack on the right edge located 4 inches from the top edge, which fluoresces darkly under Ultraviolet light inspection.
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.