Lot 370
  • 370

Arman

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

  • Arman
  • Hommage à Yves Klein
  • each incised with the artist's name and number 89/99 on the base
  • wood violins, pigment, gold-leaf and acrylic in Plexiglas case, in 3 parts
  • Each: 26 by 12 5/8 by 8 3/4 in. 66 by 32.1 by 22.2 cm.
  • Executed in 1992, this work is number 89 from an edition of 99.

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. Each work is encased in a clear, Plexiglas box. There are fine scattered surface scratches to the cases. There is some light surface soiling. Each work is intact. There are some very minor areas of lifting and a few pigment losses in the gold leaf on the one violin.
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.