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TAKASHI MURAKAMI | Panda
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 GBP
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Description
- Takashi Murakami
- Panda
- sculpture with trunk: 231 by 163 by 113 cm. 91 by 64 1/8 by 44 1/2 in.
- overall with plinth: 256 by 163 by 120 cm. 100 3/4 by 64 1/8 by 47 1/4 in.
- Executed in 2003, this work is number 3 from an edition of 3, each with a unique Louis Vuitton trunk.
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairy accurate, although they are more vibrant in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Close inspection reveals some minute scratches to the surface of the work, particularly to the red surface at the top of the back of the head, and on the purple surface of the outer left ear. Further close inspection reveals a few intermittent and minor scuff marks and accretions in isolated places, and a few minute chips, most notably one to the pink surface at the back underside towards the legs. The Louis Vuitton trunk, which acts as a base for the sculpture, is in very good condition. The condition of the trunk is as expected from a vintage, used piece of luggage, and has signs of wear due to past use. 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."