Lot 12
  • 12

Tom Wesselmann

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 EUR
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Description

  • Tom Wesselmann
  • Bedroom Blonde with Purple Pillow
  • signé et daté; numéroté D84108 au dos
  • Liquitex et graphite sur papier
  • 152,5 x 183,5 cm; 60 x 72 1/4 in.
  • Exécuté en 1984.

Provenance

Stéphane Collaro, Paris
Acquis auprès de celui-ci par le propriétaire actuel

Condition

The work is executed on an off-white wove paper floating in the mount. Small pieces of tape are glued along the four edges of the back of the work . A large scale sketch of the a nude woman executed in pencil is visible on the back of the work, as well as the inscription "D89108" ? Ou D84108 ? Photo The work is in excellent condition.
"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."

Catalogue Note

signed and dated; numbered D84108 on the back. Liquitex and pencil on paper. Executed in 1984.

My excitement has been rising sharply over my newest works, especially the studies for the newest rectangular colored-line works... It was so beautiful to me as it was unfolding, so exciting to look at and anticipate its eventual steel cut form (...)
Tom Wesselman, Journal, Décembre 1984

Kate Wesselman, Tom Wesselman dans son atelier, vers 2003 © Kate Wesselman