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Christian Boltanski
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Christian Boltanski
- Shadows From the Lesson of Darkness
- metal, wax, oxidized copper and candles
- installation size: 206 by 260 by 31cm.; 81 by 102 by 12 1/4 in.
- Executed in 1987.
Provenance
Marian Goodman Gallery, New York
Thomas Ammann Fine Art, Zürich
Private Collection, Switzerland
Condition
Colour: The catalogue illustration is incorrect and shows a different work from this series. This work consists of 12 similar figures to those illustrated, but not the same ones.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are scattered handling marks and minor traces of oxidation throughout the metal supporting brackets.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."