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FRANCIS ALŸS | Tikal - Guatemala
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Francis Alÿs
- Tikal - Guatemala
- signed, titled, dated Mexico Août 1989 and dedicated on the reverse
- oil on masonite and wood on board
- 13 by 15 by 3.1 cm. 5 1/8 by 5 7/8 by 1 1/2 in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Brussels (acquired directly from the artist)
Sotheby's, London, 13 February 2014, Lot 338
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Sotheby's, London, 13 February 2014, Lot 338
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour: The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly cooler with less magenta undertones in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. All elements are stable. All surface irregularities, nicks and losses are in keeping with the artist's use of found media. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet 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."