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VASSILAKIS TAKIS | Télésculpture vibrative, Black Oscillating Disc No.2
Estimate
35,000 - 55,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Vassilakis Takis
- Télésculpture vibrative, Black Oscillating Disc No.2
- signed, titled and dated 1963 - 1971 on the reverse
- painted wood, electrical system, magnets and aluminum
- 85 x 85 x 20 cm; 33 1/2 x 33 1/2 x 7 7/8 in.
- Executed in 1963 - 1971, this work is unique.
Provenance
Horace Richter Gallery, Tel Aviv
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Paris, Centre National d'Art Contemporain, Takis, 21 September - 6 November 1972; catalogue, p. 53, illustrated
Literature
Takis, Paris, Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume, 1993, p. 206, illustrated
Condition
The work is in very good and working condition. Close inspection reveals very thin surface abrasions in places which are likely to be in keeping with the artists working process. Further very close inspection reveals light rubbings to the black board.
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"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
This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity delivered by the artist.