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THOMAS RUFF | '5 II' (Haus Nr. 5 II)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Thomas Ruff
- '5 II' (Haus Nr. 5 II)
- 70 by 53 in. (177.8 by 134.6 cm.)
mural-sized chromogenic print, front-mounted to acrylic, signed, titled, dated, and editioned '3/4' in pencil on the reverse, framed, a Mai 36 Galerie, Zurich, label on the reverse, 1989
Literature
Matthias Winzen, Thomas Ruff: 1979 to the Present (New York, 2003), p. 192
Condition
This mural-sized chromogenic print is in generally excellent condition. The colors remain vibrant and saturated, with no apparent fading. As is frequently seen in other comparable works that are front-mounted to acrylic, the following are visible on the acrylic surface when examining the work very closely in high raking light: superficial hairline scratches; and some fingerprints, mostly at the extreme edges. There is a 5-1/2-inch scratch near the center right edge of the image, which is only visible upon close examination. These do not detract in any way from the overall impressive appearance of this mural-sized photograph.
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.