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Yayoi Kusama
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Untitled (Chair)
- signed and dated 1968
- sewn stuffed fabric, chair and silver paint
- 76.2 by 60.9 by 60.9 cm. 30 by 24 by 24 in.
Condition
This work is in very good condition. Close inspection reveals some minor surface dirt, light wear and associated minor losses to the silver paint, notably to the back right chair leg. The broken bar on the lower left side of the chair is original to the date of the work's execution (as shown in an image of the artist with the work taken during Kusama's 'Sex Orgy/Political Protest/Fashion Show' in 1968). There are some minor and stable cracks in places to the tips and bases of some of the protruding elements some of which have been consolidated. Although the work fluoresces unevenly under ultraviolet light no further restoration is apparent.
"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."