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Yayoi Kusama
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Dirty Hand
- signed and dated 1954; titled in English and Japanese, dated 1954 and dedicated to Mr. Takachiyo Uemura August 10, 1954 on the reverse
- graphite, gouache and pastel on paper
- 14 7/8 by 11 7/8 in. 37.8 by 30.2 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Private Collection, New York (gift of the above)
Private Collection, New York
Private Collection, New York (gift of the above)
Private Collection, New York
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board. Upon close inspection there is scattered hairline craquelure in the center right of the composition with some very minor associated pigment losses. There is a very minor repaired tear at the top right corner. There is some minor scattered wear to the surface. 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.