Lot 253
  • 253

Francis Alÿs

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • Francis Alÿs
  • Noah’s Ark
  • metal sheet, plaster and wire mesh
  • 40 by 58 by 5 cm. 15 3/4 by 22 3/4 by 2 in.
  • Executed in 1991.

Provenance

Acquired from the artist by the present owner

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in very good and original condition. All collaged elements are stable. There is a short tear the the centre left overturn edge of the metal sheet, which appears to be original.
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