- 200
Tom Wesselmann
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Tom Wesselmann
- Monica Laying on Blanket (Black)
- signed, dated 88 and numbered 21/25; signed, titled, dated 1988 and numbered 21/25 on the reverse
- enamel on laser-cut steel
- 20 3/8 by 40 1/2 in. 51.8 by 102.9 cm.
- Executed in 1988, this work is number 21 from an edition of 25, plus 6 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Sidney Janis Gallery, New York
ACA Galleries, Inc., New York
Private Collection, New Jersey (acquired from the above)
Thence by descent to the present owner
ACA Galleries, Inc., New York
Private Collection, New Jersey (acquired from the above)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
New York, Sidney Janis Gallery, Tom Wesselmann: New Work, October - November 1988, cat. no. 20, illustrated in color (another example exhibited)
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges, including several minor and unobtrusive areas of handling and pinpoint spots of paint loss at the extreme edges. Under very close inspection, a pinpoint spot of paint loss is visible at the bottom of the pillow.
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.