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RON GORCHOV | Untitled [3 works]
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ron Gorchov
- Untitled [3 works]
- i. signed and numbered 18 on the reverse ii. signed twice, dated 1980 and numbered #26 on the reverseiii. signed and numbered #3 on the reverse
- oil on shaped pressed-papier-maché and fibre construction
- each: 27 1/2 by 23 1/2 by 9 in. 69.9 by 59.7 by 22.9 cm.
- Executed in 1980, these works are unique.
Provenance
Collection of Bo Alveryd, Stockholm (acquired directly from the artist)
Fabian Carlsson Gallery, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Fabian Carlsson Gallery, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
This work is in excellent condition overall. The edges of each panel are deckled. There are color variation and surface irregularities along the edges of each panel, likely inherent to the artist's chosen medium. There are two holes on each side of each panel, inherent to the work and artist's working method. Each framed in Plexiglas box. i. Embedded paint bristles are visible throughout, inherent to the work. ii. Surface grime is visible upon close inspection, inherent to the work and from the time of execution. iii. White stray pigment is visible in the center of the panel, inherent to the work. There is a tear on the right edge of the papier-maché, also inherent to the work and from time of the execution.
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.