Lot 392
  • 392

Franz West

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • Franz West
  • Crazy Kantine
  • wood, metal and emulsion paint
  • each chair: 112.5 by 46.8 by 48cm.; 44 1/4 by 18 3/8 by 1/ 7/8 in.
  • table: 103.5 by 76.5 by 58.2cm.; 40 3/4 by 30 1/8 by 23in.
  • Executed in 2007, this work is unique.

Provenance

Directly from the artist

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are scattered finger marks to the surface of the table where there are stable cracks inherent to the artist's choice of medium.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

Franz West was selected as the Wolfgang-Hahn-Award winner in 1998. The Gesellschaft für Moderne Kunst acquired an important and large Crazy Kantine installation consisting of 25 tables and 100 chairs which remains on Permanent Loan to the Museum Ludwig.