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Alexis Akrithakis
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexis Akrithakis
- Construction
- signed in Greek and dated 1982 (on the reverse)
- oil, wood, glass, plastic, light socket and bulb
- 30 by 37cm., 12 by 14½in.
Literature
Maria Kotzamani, Akrithakis, Athens, 1997, p. 164, catalogued & illustrated
Condition
This installation has been electrically wired at its back. Please note this wire has not been tested.
Sothebys does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having this piece inspected by a qualified electrician.
The work is in good original condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
'He was the most genuine and most talented of his entire generation. He was a wonderful artist, who if he had wished could surely have gained a place among those few international artists our country has produced to date.'
Alexander Iolas on the artist (Maria Kotzamani, Akrithakis, Athens, 1997, p. 287)
Alexander Iolas on the artist (Maria Kotzamani, Akrithakis, Athens, 1997, p. 287)