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Francis Alÿs
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Alÿs
- Study for Cabinet
- signed, titled and dated 2002
- oil, acrylic, graphite and adhesive tape on tracing paper collage
- 18 7/8 by 13 5/8 in. 47.9 by 34.6 cm.
Provenance
Yvonne Lambert Gallery, Avignon
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board at the top corners. The collage elements are well intact. The surface variations in the collage elements are due to the artist's choice of medium and working method. There are minor scattered accretions inherent to the artist's chosen medium and working method. There is a 1 inch tear to the sheet at the center right edge. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.