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Jan Schoonhoven
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 EUR
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Description
- Jan Schoonhoven
- R73-16
- signed twice, titled R73-16 and dated twice 1973 on the reverse
Wood, cardboard, paper and emulsion paint
- 60 by 50 cm.
Provenance
Galerie Sud, Amsterdam
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1984
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1984
Condition
Colours:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
Very minor hairline cracks to the painted surface in allmost all the corners due to construction. Otherwise in very good 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."
"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
The present work, Relief R 73-16 was amongst the most complex works Schoonhoven engineered. In it he develops the basic grid structure of his earlier constructions to instigate a more dynamic and rhythmical interchange between the front and rear surfaces that encourages the eye to wander and explore across its soft and tactile surfaces. It was never Schoonhoven's goal to create new forms through his art. Rather when returning from his structured day job at the PTT, he created reliefs whose order was deducted from everyday objects such as the wall grills, postal-sorting boxes and Venetian blinds of his daily environment. In the true spirit of Zero, he wished to unveil and underline to humanity the easily overlooked beauties of modern life, and this important work stands a superb testament to the enduring relevance and influence of his work.