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FRANZ WEST | Oranges
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Franz West
- Oranges
- painted papier-mâché
- 35 by 32 by 27 cm. 13 3/4 by 12 3/4 by 10 5/8 in.
- Executed in 1992-93.
Provenance
Dora R. Stiefelmeier, Rome
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1993
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1993
Exhibited
Venice, XLV Biennale di Venezia, Casino Municipale di Venezia, Ca'Vendramin Calergi, Viaggio Verso Citera: Arte e Poesia, June - October 1993
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in good condition. Close inspection reveals some tiny chips and losses to the paint and a few tiny losses to some impasto peaks. Further inspection reveals a 2 cm. loss to the reverse side of the work. There is no restoration apparent when examined under ultra-violet light.
"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."