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Christo
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Christo
- The Pont Neuf, Wrapped (Project for Paris)
- i. signed, titled and dated 1984; inscribed 59A on the reverse
ii. inscribed 59B on the reverse - graphite, fabric, twine, pastel, charcoal, wax crayon and aerial photograph on paper, in 2 parts
- i. 11 3/8 by 28 1/4 in. 29 by 71.7 cm.
- ii. 22 1/4 by 28 1/4 in. 56.5 by 71.7 cm.
- Executed in 1984.
Provenance
Burt Chernow, Connecticut (acquired directly from the artist)
Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Private Collection, London
Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Acquired by the present owner from the above in June 1998
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges of the paper. There are some scattered handling smudges which appear to be inherent to the work and to the artist's working method. Each framed in a Plexiglas box.
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.