- 283
Arman
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Arman
- Souvenir de Geneve
- signed and dated 1970
- accumulation of burned and broken violins encased Plexiglas box
- 22 by 14 by 14 in. 55.8 by 35.6 by 35.6 cm.
- Executed in 1970, this work is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives, New York under number APA# 8208.70.058.
Provenance
Alexandre E. de la Salle, Vence
Private Collection (acquired from the above in October 1971)
Sotheby's, New York, November 14, 1991, lot 323
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Private Collection (acquired from the above in October 1971)
Sotheby's, New York, November 14, 1991, lot 323
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is light wear and handling to the Plexiglas box, including scattered, light abrasions to the surface and some resin and adhesive residue. The collage of elements is intact. The dried resin on the interior of the box has formed networks reminiscent of hairline craquelure but do not present a structural problem and are inherent to the artist's chosen medium.
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.