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Yayoi Kusama
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- To the 21st Century
- signed, titled and dated 1988 on the reverse
- acrylic and graphite on canvas
- 18 by 15 in. 45.7 by 38.1 cm.
Provenance
Robert Miller Gallery, New York
Michael Rosenfeld Gallery, New York
Jeff Shankman, Houston (acquired from the above in 1998)
Michael Rosenfeld Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner in March 2011
Michael Rosenfeld Gallery, New York
Jeff Shankman, Houston (acquired from the above in 1998)
Michael Rosenfeld Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner in March 2011
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The edges of the canvas are taped. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges including some rubbing in all four corners. The colors are bright, fresh and clean. Under very close inspection, there is a pinpoint media accretion just below right of center. Under raking light a few minor and unobtrusive light surface abrasions are visible. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
Please note that this work is accompanied by a registration card issued by the Yayoi Kusama Studio.
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.