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Michelangelo Pistoletto
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 GBP
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Description
- Michelangelo Pistoletto
- Uomo Grigio su Scala a Pioli
signed twice, titled, numbered three times 89 and inscribed on the reverse questo è un quadro molto bello, perlomeno a me piace molto
silkscreen collage on polished stainless steel
- 125 by 125cm.; 49¼ by 49¼in.
Provenance
Stephen Reichard, New York
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1976-1977
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although it fails to convey the texture of the collage element, as well as the work's mirrored surface.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition.
There are a number of very fine scattered scratches visible in raking light to the work's mirrored surface. Upon close inspection, a number of scattered fingerprints are noticeable to the mirrored surface throughout. Upon close inspection, a minute spot of media loss can be seen to the collage element, approximately 15 cm. right of centre of the extreme bottom edge. Some fine dust fibres have adhered to the work's surface in places.
"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."
Catalogue Note
"The eyes are mirrors, the mind is the mirror of the eyes and actions are the mirror of the mind. Now that the mirror has come to light from Art we can see inside history, the bright and sparkling history in the thickness of the mirror and the life that Art reflects in this thickness." The artist in: Exhibition Catalogue, Barcelona, Museu d'Art Contemporani, Michelangelo Pistoletto, 2000, p. 30)