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KAWS | UNTITLED [4 works]
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- KAWS
- UNTITLED [4 works]
- i. signed and dated 99 Paris, A. on the reverse ii. signed and dated 99 Paris, E. on the reverse iii. signed and dated 99 Paris, H. on the reverse iv. signed and dated 99 Paris, P. on the reverse
- acrylic on canvas
- each: 16 by 16 in. 40.6 by 40.6 cm.
Provenance
Colette, Paris
Acquired from the above in 2000
Acquired from the above in 2000
Condition
These works are in good condition overall. There are slight signs of wear and handling, especially along the edges. Very faint stretcher marks are along the edges. Upon close inspection and under raking light, there is evidence of light surface abrasions scattered throughout these works, most noticeable in the central figure of works i. (central figure with teal face) and iii. (central figure with red face). Upon close inspection and under raking light, there is evidence of faint hairline craquelure throughout these works, most noticeable in the central figure of works ii. (central figure with light green face) and iii. (central figure with red face). Under Ultraviolet light inspection, certain small spots fluoresce along the upper turning edge of work iii. (central figure with red face). Unframed.
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.
Catalogue Note
"They all talk to me. And it's really annoying. They all exist in this grim little way. I don't know if they each have a personality, but the Companion and the Accomplice are definitely key…people." KAWS